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MRI of the mandible.
R Christianson1, R B Lufkin, E Abemayor
1Department of Radiological Sciences, UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, Ca 90024.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy : SRA
|January 1, 1989
Summary
Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging shows promise for diagnosing mandibular abnormalities. MR imaging can differentiate tumor types and reveal marrow invasion missed by other methods, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Radiology
- Oncology
Background:
- Mandibular abnormalities present diagnostic challenges.
- Accurate imaging is crucial for effective treatment of mandibular pathology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging in diagnosing mandibular abnormalities.
- To compare MR imaging findings with other diagnostic modalities.
Main Methods:
- MR imaging was performed on 18 patients with mandibular abnormalities and 2 healthy volunteers.
- Findings were correlated with CT, plain X-rays, clinical examination, and surgical results.
Main Results:
- MR imaging differentiated between solid and cystic primary mandibular tumors.
- MR imaging detected malignant tumor invasion of the mandibular bone marrow.
- MR imaging revealed extent of marrow involvement more accurately than clinical examination, plain films, and CT.
Conclusions:
- MR imaging demonstrates significant potential for diagnosing mandibular pathology.
- MR imaging offers superior visualization of mandibular marrow invasion compared to conventional methods.