MRI of the Brachial Plexus: Modified Imaging Technique Leading to a Better Characterization of Its Anatomy and Pathology

摘要: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the modality of choice for evaluation brachial plexus due to its superior soft tissue resolution and multiplanar capabilities. The however represents a diagnostic challenge clinician radiologist. assessment plexus, in particular, has been traditionally challenging complexity anatomy, distribution space technical factors. Herein, we describe modified technique used our institution which led substantial decrease scanning time better visualization all segments from roots branches, only one or two images, facilitating therefore understanding anatomy interpretation study. To knowledge, are first group this plexus. We illustrate benefit with an example patient lesion proximal branches left that was clinically suspected but missed on conventional six consecutive years. In addition, review common infrequent benign malignant pathology can affect