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Published on: February 2, 2015
Postmortem MR imaging in the fetal and neonatal period
Maarten H Lequin1, Thierry A G M Huisman
1Department of Pediatric Radiology, Sophia Children's Hospital, University Hospital Rotterdam, The Netherlands. m.lequin@erasmusmc.nl
Abstract:
Postmortem imaging has become an increasingly important part in the examination of deceased fetuses and neonates. This article discusses how to perform magnetic resonance (MR) imaging autopsy, including such technical determinators as field strength, and factors influencing image quality. Also included is a discussion on the indications for MR autopsy, including stillborns and terminations of pregnancy, and natural and unexplained death.
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