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Neuroimaging in multiple sclerosis
G S Francis1, A C Evans, D L Arnold
1Montreal Neurologic Institute, McGill University, Quebec, Canada.
Abstract:
Neuroimaging in multiple sclerosis is now dominated by MR imaging. This article will focus primarily on conventional MR imaging studies in multiple sclerosis, but will also discuss briefly some of the more recent advances related to MR imaging. Fast spin-echo imaging, fluid attenuated inversion recovery MR studies, three-dimensional volumetric studies, magnetization transfer, and magnetic resonance spectroscopy as it applies to multiple sclerosis are examined.
Insights
Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging is the leading neuroimaging technique for multiple sclerosis (MS). This review covers conventional MR imaging and advanced techniques like fast spin-echo and spectroscopy for MS assessment.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis and monitoring heavily rely on neuroimaging.
- Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging has become the standard for visualizing MS-related brain changes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review conventional MR imaging techniques used in multiple sclerosis.
- To briefly discuss recent advancements in MR imaging for MS.
Main Methods:
- Focus on conventional MR imaging studies in multiple sclerosis.
- Examination of advanced MR techniques including fast spin-echo, fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR), 3D volumetric, magnetization transfer, and MR spectroscopy.
Main Results:
- Conventional MR imaging remains central to MS assessment.
- Advanced techniques offer complementary insights into MS pathology and progression.
Conclusions:
- MR imaging is indispensable for the comprehensive evaluation of multiple sclerosis.
- Emerging MR techniques enhance the understanding and management of MS.