BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Proton MR spectroscopy ( 1 H-MR spectroscopy) is a
potentially useful adjunct to anatomic MR imaging in the characterization of brain tumors. We …

PURPOSE: To compare the total direct costs (fixed and variable costs) of functional magnetic
resonance (MR) imaging and of the Wada test for evaluation of language lateralization. …

Purpose: To compare the cost-effectiveness of different imaging strategies in the diagnosis of
pediatric appendicitis by using a decision analytic model. Materials and Methods: Approval …

PURPOSE: To determine clinical predictors useful in differentiation of surgical lesions from
medically treated disorders and the role of neuroimaging in children with headache. …

Most causes of headache are benign; however, there are a small percentage of headaches
that require urgent diagnostic evaluation and treatment [1]. These include subarachnoid …

PURPOSE: To prospectively evaluate effect of functional magnetic resonance (MR) imaging
on diagnostic work-up and treatment planning in patients with seizure disorders who are …

Objective. To assess the clinical and economic consequences of 3 diagnostic strategies—magnetic
resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography followed by MRI for positive results …

three-dimensional CT maximum intensity projection (MIP) can depict suture patency, extent
of synostosis (ie, complete versus incomplete bone bridging), fracture extent and conspicuity, …

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Macrocrania is a common pediatric clinical condition
affecting up to 5% of the population. The purpose of this study was to determine clinical and …

Background Detailed evaluation of a brachial plexus birth injury is important for treatment
planning. Objective To determine the diagnostic performance of MRI and MR myelography in …