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Review
. 2004 Sep;34(9):712-9.
doi: 10.1007/s00247-004-1245-1. Epub 2004 Jul 28.

MRI of the fetal spine

Erin M Simon  1
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Review

MRI of the fetal spine

Erin M Simon. Pediatr Radiol. 2004 Sep.

Abstract

Magnetic resonance imaging of the fetal spine is a vital complement to fetal sonographic examination. Assessing the wide spectrum of spinal dysraphism, as well as spinal neoplasia, allows for more correct prenatal diagnoses, patient care planning, and patient counselling. Proper appraisal of the value of experimental procedures, such as fetal myelomeningocoele repair, requires a high level of diagnostic accuracy for the selection and follow-up of appropriate candidates.

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