MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the inside of the body. It works by aligning the protons in hydrogen atoms and using radiofrequency pulses to elicit signals from tissues. These signals are used to construct tomographic images of internal structures. The document discusses the history and physics behind MRI, how it provides different types of tissue contrast, and its various clinical applications in neuroimaging, musculoskeletal imaging, and evaluating other parts of the body.
The document provides an overview of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), including how it works, the types of images it can produce, and its applications in various parts of the body. It explains that MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to align hydrogen protons in the body and produce signals used to form images. Key applications mentioned include neuroimaging, musculoskeletal imaging, and evaluating diseases of the abdomen, blood vessels, heart, breast and fetus.
MRI utilizes the magnetic properties of hydrogen protons in the body to generate detailed images of tissues and structures. A strong external magnetic field aligns protons within the body. Radiofrequency pulses then excite the protons, causing them to emit signals detected by receivers in the MRI scanner. Repeated excitation and signal detection allows the scanner to build up a 3D map of proton density and behavior throughout the scanned region. By varying pulse sequences, different tissue contrasts can be obtained to visualize anatomy and identify abnormalities across multiple MRI sequences. While a powerful tool, MRI has limitations such as long scan times and inability to image certain tissues like bone. Careful clinical indication and sequence selection are needed to optimize MRI for diagnostic purposes.
1. MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the internal structures of the body without using ionizing radiation. It is useful for evaluating abnormalities in the brain such as tumors, infections, hemorrhages, and more.
2. Different MRI sequences such as T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and FLAIR provide contrast between tissues that is useful for identifying various pathologies. T1-weighted images show good anatomical detail while T2-weighted and FLAIR images are better for detecting pathologies.
3. MRI of the brain can be obtained in axial, sagittal, and coronal planes to visualize structures from different orientations without moving the patient. Key anatomical
1) MRI uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the inside of the body without using ionizing radiation.
2) It provides highly detailed images of soft tissues and is especially useful for imaging the brain, spine, joints, and inside of bones.
3) During an MRI scan, the patient lies inside a large tube-like scanner with a magnet and computer that produces cross-sectional images of internal organs and structures.
X-rays and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are medical imaging techniques that produce internal images of the body. X-rays use ionizing radiation to generate images, while MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radiofrequency pulses. Key differences are:
- X-rays use electromagnetic radiation of wavelengths between 0.01 to 10 nanometers, while MRI uses radiofrequency pulses of 63-85 MHz.
- X-rays can show bone structure clearly but have limited soft tissue contrast, while MRI produces very detailed soft tissue images and avoids radiation exposure.
- Metal objects cause blurry images in both, but MRI is unable to image patients with pacemakers or certain metal implants due to magnetic field interactions.
MRI utilizes the magnetic spin property of protons in hydrogen atoms to produce images. When an external magnetic field is applied, protons in the body align in one direction. RF waves are used to manipulate the magnetization of hydrogen nuclei. As the nuclei relax, they emit RF signals that are detected to produce images. T1-weighted images highlight tissues based on the time it takes hydrogen nuclei to recover longitudinal magnetization, while T2-weighted images highlight tissues based on the time for hydrogen nuclei to become dephased. Flair imaging uses a 180 degree pulse to null CSF signal, highlighting lesions adjacent to CSF. MRI is useful for imaging soft tissues and has advantages over CT such as no ionizing radiation and ability to use contrasts,
NEUROIMAGING IN PSYCHIATRY777777777777.pptxssuser7567ef
This document provides an overview of various neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry, including their principles, applications, and advantages/disadvantages. It discusses structural neuroimaging methods like CT and MRI, as well as functional techniques including fMRI, PET, and SPECT. CT and MRI provide high-resolution images of brain structure. Functional methods like fMRI, PET, and SPECT allow measurement of brain activity by detecting changes in blood flow and glucose metabolism associated with neuronal activation. Together, these neuroimaging modalities have improved understanding of psychiatric pathophysiology and have diagnostic and research applications in conditions such as dementia, psychosis, and mood disorders.
MRI provides high quality soft tissue imaging and is useful for evaluating many conditions of the head and neck region. It can identify soft tissue lesions, assess intracranial pathology, stage tumors, evaluate salivary glands and lymph nodes, and precisely image the TMJ for disorders like internal derangement. Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI is particularly helpful for distinguishing normal and malignant tissues, differentiating tumor types, and assessing vascularity and recurrence risk.
The document provides an overview of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), including how it works, the types of images it can produce, and its applications in various parts of the body. It explains that MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to align hydrogen protons in the body and produce signals used to form images. Key applications mentioned include neuroimaging, musculoskeletal imaging, and evaluating diseases of the abdomen, blood vessels, heart, breast and fetus.
MRI utilizes the magnetic properties of hydrogen protons in the body to generate detailed images of tissues and structures. A strong external magnetic field aligns protons within the body. Radiofrequency pulses then excite the protons, causing them to emit signals detected by receivers in the MRI scanner. Repeated excitation and signal detection allows the scanner to build up a 3D map of proton density and behavior throughout the scanned region. By varying pulse sequences, different tissue contrasts can be obtained to visualize anatomy and identify abnormalities across multiple MRI sequences. While a powerful tool, MRI has limitations such as long scan times and inability to image certain tissues like bone. Careful clinical indication and sequence selection are needed to optimize MRI for diagnostic purposes.
1. MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the internal structures of the body without using ionizing radiation. It is useful for evaluating abnormalities in the brain such as tumors, infections, hemorrhages, and more.
2. Different MRI sequences such as T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and FLAIR provide contrast between tissues that is useful for identifying various pathologies. T1-weighted images show good anatomical detail while T2-weighted and FLAIR images are better for detecting pathologies.
3. MRI of the brain can be obtained in axial, sagittal, and coronal planes to visualize structures from different orientations without moving the patient. Key anatomical
1) MRI uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the inside of the body without using ionizing radiation.
2) It provides highly detailed images of soft tissues and is especially useful for imaging the brain, spine, joints, and inside of bones.
3) During an MRI scan, the patient lies inside a large tube-like scanner with a magnet and computer that produces cross-sectional images of internal organs and structures.
X-rays and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are medical imaging techniques that produce internal images of the body. X-rays use ionizing radiation to generate images, while MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radiofrequency pulses. Key differences are:
- X-rays use electromagnetic radiation of wavelengths between 0.01 to 10 nanometers, while MRI uses radiofrequency pulses of 63-85 MHz.
- X-rays can show bone structure clearly but have limited soft tissue contrast, while MRI produces very detailed soft tissue images and avoids radiation exposure.
- Metal objects cause blurry images in both, but MRI is unable to image patients with pacemakers or certain metal implants due to magnetic field interactions.
MRI utilizes the magnetic spin property of protons in hydrogen atoms to produce images. When an external magnetic field is applied, protons in the body align in one direction. RF waves are used to manipulate the magnetization of hydrogen nuclei. As the nuclei relax, they emit RF signals that are detected to produce images. T1-weighted images highlight tissues based on the time it takes hydrogen nuclei to recover longitudinal magnetization, while T2-weighted images highlight tissues based on the time for hydrogen nuclei to become dephased. Flair imaging uses a 180 degree pulse to null CSF signal, highlighting lesions adjacent to CSF. MRI is useful for imaging soft tissues and has advantages over CT such as no ionizing radiation and ability to use contrasts,
NEUROIMAGING IN PSYCHIATRY777777777777.pptxssuser7567ef
This document provides an overview of various neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry, including their principles, applications, and advantages/disadvantages. It discusses structural neuroimaging methods like CT and MRI, as well as functional techniques including fMRI, PET, and SPECT. CT and MRI provide high-resolution images of brain structure. Functional methods like fMRI, PET, and SPECT allow measurement of brain activity by detecting changes in blood flow and glucose metabolism associated with neuronal activation. Together, these neuroimaging modalities have improved understanding of psychiatric pathophysiology and have diagnostic and research applications in conditions such as dementia, psychosis, and mood disorders.
MRI provides high quality soft tissue imaging and is useful for evaluating many conditions of the head and neck region. It can identify soft tissue lesions, assess intracranial pathology, stage tumors, evaluate salivary glands and lymph nodes, and precisely image the TMJ for disorders like internal derangement. Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI is particularly helpful for distinguishing normal and malignant tissues, differentiating tumor types, and assessing vascularity and recurrence risk.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging technique used primarily in medical settings to produce high quality images of the soft tissues of the human body.
The document summarizes several medical imaging modalities:
1) MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of organs and soft tissues. It is particularly useful for imaging the brain and musculoskeletal system.
2) CT uses X-rays from different angles to construct cross-sectional images of the body. It is well-suited for imaging internal organs like the lungs and blood vessels.
3) PET scans detect metabolic activity by tracking radioactive tracers injected into the body. It is commonly used to detect and monitor cancer.
This document provides an overview of neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry, including their principles and clinical applications. It discusses several structural neuroimaging methods like CT scans and MRI, as well as functional techniques including fMRI, PET, SPECT, and MRS. CT scans provide bone detail but less contrast between brain tissues, while MRI generates high-resolution images of brain structure and pathology without radiation. Neuroimaging is increasingly being used to better understand the pathophysiology of psychiatric disorders and aid diagnosis.
- MRI uses strong magnets and radio waves to produce detailed images of the inside of the body without using ionizing radiation. It was developed from the 1930s discovery of nuclear magnetic resonance and research using it to study chemical compounds. The first MRI scanner that could image the whole human body was built in the 1970s. Modern MRI is able to produce high quality images of soft tissues and organs throughout the body to assist in medical diagnosis. Precautions must be taken regarding any metal objects before undergoing an MRI scan.
Significance of Brain imaging in Psychiatry. Most of the major Psychiatric disorders are associated with statistically significant differences on various Neuroimaging measures, when comparing groups of patients and controls.
Thank you for the presentation. I don't have any other questions.
Kulich: You're very welcome. Let me know if you ever need any help with neuropathology cases.
Ep. 1 Head CT Scan - dr. Hana Larassati.pdfjunlianty
CT scans are useful for evaluating head trauma, stroke, and infection. For trauma, CT can identify fractures and hemorrhages like epidural hematomas. There are four main types of intracranial hemorrhages seen with trauma. Stroke evaluation with CT includes looking for hemorrhages and early signs of ischemia like hyperdense artery signs. Infections like meningitis may show pial enhancement on contrast CT. CT is also used to identify complications of various neurological conditions like abscesses, hydrocephalus, and hemorrhagic transformations of ischemic strokes.
The document discusses the radiological anatomy of a normal CT brain scan. It begins by describing the lobes of the brain and surfaces visible on CT. It then discusses the history and technique of CT scanning, describing how different tissues appear in varying shades of gray. Common artifacts are also reviewed. Key features of a normal CT brain include symmetric ventricles and sulci, with intact skull and no masses or fluid collections seen.
This document provides an overview of neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry, including their principles and clinical applications. It discusses several structural neuroimaging methods like CT scans and MRI, as well as functional techniques including fMRI, PET, SPECT, and MRS. CT scans provide images of brain tissue density but expose patients to radiation. MRI utilizes magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed images of brain structure and pathology without radiation. Functional neuroimaging methods allow observation of the living brain in action.
CT and MRI are imaging modalities used to visualize structures in the body. CT uses X-rays while MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves. CT provides spatial detail of bones and some soft tissues. MRI has better contrast resolution and does not use ionizing radiation, allowing it to distinguish between soft tissues and detect abnormalities. Different MRI sequences such as T1-weighted and T2-weighted images provide contrast between tissues like fat, water, and pathology. Functional MRI techniques examine brain activity through blood oxygenation levels.
This document discusses various neuroimaging and diagnostic techniques used in neurosurgery investigations. It describes skull x-rays, computed tomography scanning, magnetic resonance imaging, angiography, lumbar puncture, myelography, electroencephalography, evoked potentials, electromyography and nerve conduction studies. Specific MRI sequences, uses of SPECT and PET scans, and brainstem auditory evoked response testing are also outlined.
This document provides an overview of neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry. It discusses the types and principles of structural neuroimaging like CT and MRI. CT provides visualization of brain morphology while MRI also allows evaluation of biochemical processes through techniques like fMRI. The document outlines indications for neuroimaging in psychiatric evaluation and research to study clinically defined patient groups and brain activity during tasks. It provides details on the basic principles and anatomical images of CT and MRI to interpret neuroimaging findings.
Second year PG Resident of I Q City Medical College and Hospital, Durgapur, West Bengal.
Covers the scope and use of Imaging technology in Orthopaedics.
Medical imaging uses various technologies to visualize the inside of the body without surgery. X-rays are a common form of medical imaging that uses ionizing radiation. X-rays are generated when high-speed electrons collide with a metal target in an x-ray tube. They can pass through tissues and be captured on the other side to form an image. While x-rays are low cost and can identify bones, they provide poor soft tissue contrast and carry radiation risks if overused. Protective equipment aims to minimize radiation exposure for patients and staff during x-ray exams.
The document provides an introduction to cranial CT, including its usefulness for detecting acute intracranial lesions and blood collections in emergency situations. It discusses CT windows, artifacts, and a mnemonic for reading head CT scans to evaluate for blood, cisternas, brain symmetry and densities, ventricle size and shift, and bone fractures. The guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence in the UK are also mentioned regarding use of CT versus MRI for different clinical scenarios.
MRI of the spine can identify abnormalities that may be causing low back pain. Different sequences such as T1-weighted and T2-weighted images provide contrast between tissues. T1-weighted images better demonstrate fat and hemorrhage while T2-weighted images highlight water content. Signal intensity on images depends on tissue properties. MRI is useful for identifying disc abnormalities, spinal stenosis, fractures, tumors or infection. It can detect compression of the spinal cord or nerves. Contrast injection may help identify tumors or infections. MRI provides diagnostic information to guide treatment of low back pain.
Dr. Ra'ed Ahmed discusses investigations of neurological diseases. He describes how history alone makes 90% of diagnoses but investigations may include imaging like CT and MRI to assess structure, neurophysiology to assess function, CSF analysis, and other tests. He provides details on various neuroimaging techniques including their indications, advantages, disadvantages, and interpretation. Neurophysiological tests like EEG, EMG, and evoked potentials are described. Lumbar puncture for CSF analysis is also outlined.
The document discusses various applications of MRI including MRI breast, MRI fistulogram, and MRI defecography. It provides details on the basic principles of MRI such as how hydrogen protons are aligned using magnetic fields and radiofrequency pulses. When describing MRI breast, it covers indications, technique, interpretation of findings, and comparisons to mammography. For MRI fistulogram, it discusses anal canal anatomy, classifications of fistulas, and MRI sequences and views used.
This document provides an overview of MRI in children. It discusses the basics of how MRI works and important sequences like T1, T2, FLAIR and DWI. It covers sedation and monitoring requirements in pediatric patients. Key applications of MRI in evaluating conditions like stroke, infections and developmental delays are summarized. Advantages like lack of radiation and ability to image soft tissues and disadvantages like long scan times and cost are highlighted.
The document discusses several safety issues related to MRI, including:
- The strong magnetic fields can attract ferromagnetic objects, posing risks. Patients must remove all metal before an MRI.
- Implants like aneurysm clips or pacemakers may heat up or malfunction in the magnetic field, causing injury.
- Radiofrequency fields used in MRI can cause tissue heating if safety limits are exceeded.
- Loud noise from gradients requires hearing protection. Contrast agents rarely cause reactions but may in some patients.
The document describes the major components and systems of a computed tomography (CT) scanner. It discusses three main systems: the imaging system, computer system, and image display/recording/storage system. The imaging system includes components like the x-ray tube, generator, collimator, filter, and detector that work together to produce x-rays and detect the attenuated radiation passing through the patient. The computer system receives the digital data and performs image reconstruction. The display system shows the reconstructed images and allows storage and recording. Key components discussed in more detail include the gantry assembly, detectors, and computer processing architecture.
This document provides positioning and centering instructions for performing conventional radiography on various parts of the upper limb, including the hand, fingers, wrist, forearm, elbow, humerus, shoulder, and clavicle. The positioning instructions describe how the patient and body part should be oriented relative to the x-ray source and detector. The centering instructions specify where the central x-ray beam should be directed for each view. In total, positioning and centering details are given for over 30 standard radiographic views of the upper limb.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging technique used primarily in medical settings to produce high quality images of the soft tissues of the human body.
The document summarizes several medical imaging modalities:
1) MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of organs and soft tissues. It is particularly useful for imaging the brain and musculoskeletal system.
2) CT uses X-rays from different angles to construct cross-sectional images of the body. It is well-suited for imaging internal organs like the lungs and blood vessels.
3) PET scans detect metabolic activity by tracking radioactive tracers injected into the body. It is commonly used to detect and monitor cancer.
This document provides an overview of neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry, including their principles and clinical applications. It discusses several structural neuroimaging methods like CT scans and MRI, as well as functional techniques including fMRI, PET, SPECT, and MRS. CT scans provide bone detail but less contrast between brain tissues, while MRI generates high-resolution images of brain structure and pathology without radiation. Neuroimaging is increasingly being used to better understand the pathophysiology of psychiatric disorders and aid diagnosis.
- MRI uses strong magnets and radio waves to produce detailed images of the inside of the body without using ionizing radiation. It was developed from the 1930s discovery of nuclear magnetic resonance and research using it to study chemical compounds. The first MRI scanner that could image the whole human body was built in the 1970s. Modern MRI is able to produce high quality images of soft tissues and organs throughout the body to assist in medical diagnosis. Precautions must be taken regarding any metal objects before undergoing an MRI scan.
Significance of Brain imaging in Psychiatry. Most of the major Psychiatric disorders are associated with statistically significant differences on various Neuroimaging measures, when comparing groups of patients and controls.
Thank you for the presentation. I don't have any other questions.
Kulich: You're very welcome. Let me know if you ever need any help with neuropathology cases.
Ep. 1 Head CT Scan - dr. Hana Larassati.pdfjunlianty
CT scans are useful for evaluating head trauma, stroke, and infection. For trauma, CT can identify fractures and hemorrhages like epidural hematomas. There are four main types of intracranial hemorrhages seen with trauma. Stroke evaluation with CT includes looking for hemorrhages and early signs of ischemia like hyperdense artery signs. Infections like meningitis may show pial enhancement on contrast CT. CT is also used to identify complications of various neurological conditions like abscesses, hydrocephalus, and hemorrhagic transformations of ischemic strokes.
The document discusses the radiological anatomy of a normal CT brain scan. It begins by describing the lobes of the brain and surfaces visible on CT. It then discusses the history and technique of CT scanning, describing how different tissues appear in varying shades of gray. Common artifacts are also reviewed. Key features of a normal CT brain include symmetric ventricles and sulci, with intact skull and no masses or fluid collections seen.
This document provides an overview of neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry, including their principles and clinical applications. It discusses several structural neuroimaging methods like CT scans and MRI, as well as functional techniques including fMRI, PET, SPECT, and MRS. CT scans provide images of brain tissue density but expose patients to radiation. MRI utilizes magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed images of brain structure and pathology without radiation. Functional neuroimaging methods allow observation of the living brain in action.
CT and MRI are imaging modalities used to visualize structures in the body. CT uses X-rays while MRI uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves. CT provides spatial detail of bones and some soft tissues. MRI has better contrast resolution and does not use ionizing radiation, allowing it to distinguish between soft tissues and detect abnormalities. Different MRI sequences such as T1-weighted and T2-weighted images provide contrast between tissues like fat, water, and pathology. Functional MRI techniques examine brain activity through blood oxygenation levels.
This document discusses various neuroimaging and diagnostic techniques used in neurosurgery investigations. It describes skull x-rays, computed tomography scanning, magnetic resonance imaging, angiography, lumbar puncture, myelography, electroencephalography, evoked potentials, electromyography and nerve conduction studies. Specific MRI sequences, uses of SPECT and PET scans, and brainstem auditory evoked response testing are also outlined.
This document provides an overview of neuroimaging techniques used in psychiatry. It discusses the types and principles of structural neuroimaging like CT and MRI. CT provides visualization of brain morphology while MRI also allows evaluation of biochemical processes through techniques like fMRI. The document outlines indications for neuroimaging in psychiatric evaluation and research to study clinically defined patient groups and brain activity during tasks. It provides details on the basic principles and anatomical images of CT and MRI to interpret neuroimaging findings.
Second year PG Resident of I Q City Medical College and Hospital, Durgapur, West Bengal.
Covers the scope and use of Imaging technology in Orthopaedics.
Medical imaging uses various technologies to visualize the inside of the body without surgery. X-rays are a common form of medical imaging that uses ionizing radiation. X-rays are generated when high-speed electrons collide with a metal target in an x-ray tube. They can pass through tissues and be captured on the other side to form an image. While x-rays are low cost and can identify bones, they provide poor soft tissue contrast and carry radiation risks if overused. Protective equipment aims to minimize radiation exposure for patients and staff during x-ray exams.
The document provides an introduction to cranial CT, including its usefulness for detecting acute intracranial lesions and blood collections in emergency situations. It discusses CT windows, artifacts, and a mnemonic for reading head CT scans to evaluate for blood, cisternas, brain symmetry and densities, ventricle size and shift, and bone fractures. The guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence in the UK are also mentioned regarding use of CT versus MRI for different clinical scenarios.
MRI of the spine can identify abnormalities that may be causing low back pain. Different sequences such as T1-weighted and T2-weighted images provide contrast between tissues. T1-weighted images better demonstrate fat and hemorrhage while T2-weighted images highlight water content. Signal intensity on images depends on tissue properties. MRI is useful for identifying disc abnormalities, spinal stenosis, fractures, tumors or infection. It can detect compression of the spinal cord or nerves. Contrast injection may help identify tumors or infections. MRI provides diagnostic information to guide treatment of low back pain.
Dr. Ra'ed Ahmed discusses investigations of neurological diseases. He describes how history alone makes 90% of diagnoses but investigations may include imaging like CT and MRI to assess structure, neurophysiology to assess function, CSF analysis, and other tests. He provides details on various neuroimaging techniques including their indications, advantages, disadvantages, and interpretation. Neurophysiological tests like EEG, EMG, and evoked potentials are described. Lumbar puncture for CSF analysis is also outlined.
The document discusses various applications of MRI including MRI breast, MRI fistulogram, and MRI defecography. It provides details on the basic principles of MRI such as how hydrogen protons are aligned using magnetic fields and radiofrequency pulses. When describing MRI breast, it covers indications, technique, interpretation of findings, and comparisons to mammography. For MRI fistulogram, it discusses anal canal anatomy, classifications of fistulas, and MRI sequences and views used.
This document provides an overview of MRI in children. It discusses the basics of how MRI works and important sequences like T1, T2, FLAIR and DWI. It covers sedation and monitoring requirements in pediatric patients. Key applications of MRI in evaluating conditions like stroke, infections and developmental delays are summarized. Advantages like lack of radiation and ability to image soft tissues and disadvantages like long scan times and cost are highlighted.
The document discusses several safety issues related to MRI, including:
- The strong magnetic fields can attract ferromagnetic objects, posing risks. Patients must remove all metal before an MRI.
- Implants like aneurysm clips or pacemakers may heat up or malfunction in the magnetic field, causing injury.
- Radiofrequency fields used in MRI can cause tissue heating if safety limits are exceeded.
- Loud noise from gradients requires hearing protection. Contrast agents rarely cause reactions but may in some patients.
The document describes the major components and systems of a computed tomography (CT) scanner. It discusses three main systems: the imaging system, computer system, and image display/recording/storage system. The imaging system includes components like the x-ray tube, generator, collimator, filter, and detector that work together to produce x-rays and detect the attenuated radiation passing through the patient. The computer system receives the digital data and performs image reconstruction. The display system shows the reconstructed images and allows storage and recording. Key components discussed in more detail include the gantry assembly, detectors, and computer processing architecture.
This document provides positioning and centering instructions for performing conventional radiography on various parts of the upper limb, including the hand, fingers, wrist, forearm, elbow, humerus, shoulder, and clavicle. The positioning instructions describe how the patient and body part should be oriented relative to the x-ray source and detector. The centering instructions specify where the central x-ray beam should be directed for each view. In total, positioning and centering details are given for over 30 standard radiographic views of the upper limb.
1. The document outlines guidelines for diagnostic imaging during pregnancy, dividing fetal development into three phases: pre-implantation, major organogenesis, and fetal development.
2. It provides threshold doses of radiation for potential biological effects on the fetus such as abortion, organ malformation, growth retardation, and mental impairment. The risks are negligible below 5 rads.
3. Estimated radiation doses are provided for various diagnostic x-ray exams and CT scans, with abdominal CT posing the highest risk at over 1 rad and requiring only 1-2 scans to reach the 5 rad threshold.
4. Guidelines recommend that medically necessary x-rays below 5 rads are safe, and ultrasound and MRI which have
This document classifies nutrients and describes their functions. It discusses macronutrients and micronutrients, and explains that macronutrients are needed in large amounts and include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Carbohydrates are the main energy source and help spare protein for other functions. Proteins are needed for growth, tissue maintenance, and producing enzymes and hormones. Fats provide energy and help absorb nutrients. Micronutrients like vitamins and minerals are needed in small amounts but are essential for body functions.
Dental radiography involves taking images of the teeth, bones, and soft tissues in the mouth to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning. There are several types of dental radiography procedures, including intraoral radiographs like bitewings and periapicals, as well as panoramic and cephalometric images. Radiographs are useful for detecting issues like dental caries, abnormalities, and monitoring treatment. Proper radiation safety protocols must be followed when performing dental radiography to minimize risk to patients and staff.
The document discusses the roles and responsibilities of radiographers working in an operating room setting. It describes the surgical team, including sterile and non-sterile team members. Proper surgical attire is emphasized, including protective eyewear, masks, shoe covers, caps, gloves, and identification badges. Strict adherence to hygiene protocols and universal precautions when handling image receptors is crucial to avoid contamination and ensure patient safety.
Pleural effusions occur when an abnormal amount of fluid collects in the pleural space between the lungs and chest wall. They are usually caused by underlying conditions that interfere with fluid drainage from the pleural space. Pleural effusions are classified as transudative or exudative based on the fluid characteristics. Transudative effusions are low in protein and cells and are usually caused by conditions that increase hydrostatic pressure or decrease oncotic pressure like heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. Exudative effusions are high in protein and occur due to inflammation from infections, cancers, or other diseases that increase capillary permeability. Diagnostic evaluation involves chest imaging and thoracentesis to analyze pleural fluid. Treatment
Environmental pollution can harm life and property by changing the physical, chemical, or biological characteristics of air, water, and soil. The main types of pollution are water, air, land, and noise pollution. Water pollution affects fresh water sources through municipal and industrial waste, as well as agricultural, marine, and thermal pollution. Air pollution introduces harmful substances into the atmosphere from carbon dioxide emissions, sulfur dioxide, and other sources. Land pollution results from construction, agriculture, and domestic and industrial waste improperly disposed of. Noise pollution from transportation, construction, and industry can damage health. Solutions include reducing waste, using alternatives to fossil fuels, and increasing awareness of pollution's causes and effects.
Radiation units can be divided into units of radioactivity and units of radiation dose. The curie and becquerel are units of radioactivity, with 1 curie equal to 3.7x1010 decays per second. Exposure dose is measured in roentgens or C/kg, while absorbed dose is measured in rads or grays. Equivalent dose accounts for radiation type and takes the Q factor into account, measured in rems or sieverts. Effective dose considers radiation exposure to different tissues, calculated from equivalent dose and tissue weighting factors.
This document discusses radioactivity and properties of the nucleus. It begins by defining radioactivity as the spontaneous emission of alpha, beta, and gamma rays by heavy elements. It then covers structure and properties of the nucleus, nuclear forces, radioactive decay, and laws of radioactive decay. Key points include: the nucleus contains protons and neutrons; nuclear forces bind protons and neutrons together; radioactive decay occurs via alpha, beta, or gamma emission; and the rate of radioactive decay follows an exponential decay model defined by the half-life. Binding energy is released during nuclear decay and is related to nuclear stability.
This document provides guidance on safety procedures for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It discusses the strong magnetic fields used in MRI and associated risks like the missile effect. It outlines safety zones, screening guidelines for implants and medical conditions, and potential hazards such as acoustic noise, claustrophobia, and contrast media reactions. The document emphasizes that MRI magnets cannot be switched off and outlines precautions to prevent injury from magnetic forces.
Urban areas face increasing energy demands due to factors like population growth, urban sprawl, and more energy-intensive building materials and lifestyles. This puts pressure on natural resources and contributes to issues like global warming. Solutions include improving energy efficiency through new technologies, reducing unnecessary consumption, and utilizing renewable energy sources. Sustainable urban planning aims to balance these energy and environmental concerns with development needs.
MR spectroscopy is a noninvasive test that uses MRI to measure biochemical changes in the brain and detect tumors. It analyzes molecules like protons to identify different metabolites that are elevated or lowered in tumor tissue compared to normal brain tissue. This allows the test to determine the type and aggressiveness of a tumor, and distinguish between tumor recurrence and radiation necrosis. The test is safe and uses radio waves and a magnetic field to produce images and spectroscopy data without health risks.
Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the inside of the body. It can be used to examine many different organs and tissues, providing real-time images of both structure and function. The document discusses key aspects of ultrasound such as the different display modes including A-mode, B-mode, and M-mode. It also covers topics like how ultrasound works, its use in medical applications, safety, and important terminology.
Mammography uses low-dose x-rays of the breast to detect breast cancer. Standard views include craniocaudal and mediolateral oblique. Compression is used to flatten and separate breast tissue for clearer images. Digital mammography uses solid-state detectors instead of film. Tomosynthesis creates 3D-like images that improve detection. Additional views like spot compression provide targeted views of areas of interest. Mammography is not 100% accurate but can find cancers early and reduce mortality when used regularly.
PET/CT is a medical imaging technique that combines PET and CT scanning systems into a single gantry. It provides both functional imaging from PET showing metabolic activity and anatomical imaging from CT. This allows accurate registration of functional and anatomical data, improving diagnostic accuracy over either PET or CT alone. The document discusses how PET/CT works, the common radiotracer FDG, principles of PET imaging including positron emission and annihilation, image reconstruction, interpretation of images including SUV, applications in oncology and neurology, and limitations.
MR angiography is a type of MRI scan that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to provide pictures of blood vessels without using a catheter. It has advantages over conventional angiography in that it is less invasive, less expensive, and faster. Disadvantages include not depicting small vessels or slow blood flow as well. There are various techniques used in MR angiography including contrast enhanced MRA, which uses gadolinium contrast to visualize vascular structures, and non-contrast MRA such as time-of-flight angiography and phase contrast angiography. Artifacts that can occur include metal artifacts from implanted devices and blooming artifacts around paramagnetic substances.
This document discusses grids, which are devices used in radiography to reduce scatter radiation. Dr. Gustav Bucky invented grids in 1913 using lead foil strips separated by spacers. While grids reduce scatter reaching the image, they increase patient radiation exposure. Grids work by absorbing scatter radiation through the photoelectric effect. Different grid types and patterns exist, including stationary parallel, crosshatch and focused grids, as well as moving single stroke and reciprocating grids. Grids are recommended when imaging large anatomical areas or areas affected by pathology.
This document discusses contrast media used in radiology. It introduces positive and negative contrast media, which increase or decrease density during imaging. Positive contrast agents contain iodine, bromine or barium, while negative agents include air, carbon dioxide and oxygen. Contrast media is classified as ionic or non-ionic, with ionic further divided into high- and low-osmolar types based on iodine concentration. Non-ionic agents have lower osmolality and are less likely to cause negative reactions in patients. The document outlines advantages like improved visualization but also disadvantages like possible aspiration if inhaled.
TrustArc Webinar - 2024 Global Privacy SurveyTrustArc
How does your privacy program stack up against your peers? What challenges are privacy teams tackling and prioritizing in 2024?
In the fifth annual Global Privacy Benchmarks Survey, we asked over 1,800 global privacy professionals and business executives to share their perspectives on the current state of privacy inside and outside of their organizations. This year’s report focused on emerging areas of importance for privacy and compliance professionals, including considerations and implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, building brand trust, and different approaches for achieving higher privacy competence scores.
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- The top 10 privacy insights from the fifth annual Global Privacy Benchmarks Survey
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Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 6. In this session, we will cover Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI webinar offers an in-depth exploration of leveraging cutting-edge technologies for test automation within the UiPath platform. Attendees will delve into the integration of generative AI, a test automation solution, with Open AI advanced natural language processing capabilities.
Throughout the session, participants will discover how this synergy empowers testers to automate repetitive tasks, enhance testing accuracy, and expedite the software testing life cycle. Topics covered include the seamless integration process, practical use cases, and the benefits of harnessing AI-driven automation for UiPath testing initiatives. By attending this webinar, testers, and automation professionals can gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of AI to optimize their test automation workflows within the UiPath ecosystem, ultimately driving efficiency and quality in software development processes.
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into integrating generative AI.
2. Understanding how this integration enhances test automation within the UiPath platform
3. Practical demonstrations
4. Exploration of real-world use cases illustrating the benefits of AI-driven test automation for UiPath
Topics covered:
What is generative AI
Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath integration with generative AI
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
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For the full video of this presentation, please visit: https://www.edge-ai-vision.com/2024/06/building-and-scaling-ai-applications-with-the-nx-ai-manager-a-presentation-from-network-optix/
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In this presentation, van Emden covers the basics of scaling edge AI solutions using the Nx tool kit. He emphasizes the process of developing AI models and deploying them globally. He also showcases the conversion of AI models and the creation of effective edge AI pipelines, with a focus on pre-processing, model conversion, selecting the appropriate inference engine for the target hardware and post-processing.
van Emden shows how Nx can simplify the developer’s life and facilitate a rapid transition from concept to production-ready applications.He provides valuable insights into developing scalable and efficient edge AI solutions, with a strong focus on practical implementation.
“An Outlook of the Ongoing and Future Relationship between Blockchain Technologies and Process-aware Information Systems.” Invited talk at the joint workshop on Blockchain for Information Systems (BC4IS) and Blockchain for Trusted Data Sharing (B4TDS), co-located with with the 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE), 3 June 2024, Limassol, Cyprus.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
Neha Bajwa, Vice President of Product Marketing, Neo4j
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Sudheer Mechineni, Head of Application Frameworks, Standard Chartered Bank
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Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
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- Maintenance of superior security standards and inherent policy enforcement with Authorization to Operate (ATO)
Development teams can ship efficiently and ensure applications are cyber ready for Navy Authorizing Officials (AOs). In this webinar, Sigma Defense and Anchore will give attendees a look behind the scenes and demo secure pipeline automation and security artifacts that speed up application ATO and time to production.
We will cover:
- How to remove silos in DevSecOps
- How to build efficient development pipeline roles and component templates
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1. Kipling’s honest serving men
I keep six honest serving-men
(They taught me all I knew);
Their names are What and Why and
When
And How and Where and Who.
Rudyard Kipling
3. “Without history human is
demoted to lower animals”
► Dr Isidor Rabi (Nobel in 1944), discovered NMR
(Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) in the late 1930s,
but considered it to be an artefact of his
apparatus!
► Bloch and Purcell were awarded the Nobel Prize
for Physics in 1952 for the discovery of NMR,
and is widely used in assessing complex
chemical compunds.
4. We are so close to the man behind
MRI
►Prof Peter Mansfield was awarded Nobel in
2003 for his discoveries in MRI (with Prof
Paul C Lauterbur of USA)
►Peter Mansfield is from Nottingham
University, UK
5. MRI: What is it?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Magnet
Radio Frequency
Imaging
7. We all are made up of elements
►92 elements occur naturally on earth.
►Human body is built of only 26 elements.
►Oxygen, hydrogen, carbon, nitrogen
elements constitute 96 % of human body
mass.
►Let us ignore all elements but Hydrogen.
8. Why hydrogen?
►Simplest element with atomic number of 1
and atomic weight of 1
►When in ionic state (H+), it is nothing but
a proton.
►Proton is not only positively charged, but
also has magnetic spin (wobble)!
►MRI utilizes this magnetic spin property of
protons of hydrogen to obtain images!!
►We are magnets!
9. But why we can’t act like
magnets?
► The protons (i.e.
Hydrogen ions) in body
are spinning in a hap
hazard fashion, and
cancel all the
magnetism. That is our
natural state!
► We need to discipline
them first, how?
10. We need a big magnet from
outside!
►Magnetic field strength: 0.3 – 7 T (2500
times more than earth’s magnetic field).
Average field strength – 1.5 T
►Open magnet – less field strength, less
claustrophobic
►Closed magnet – more field strength,
claustrophobic
11. Proton alignment
► Compass aligns with
the earth
► In a similar fashion,
► Our body protons
(hydrogen) align with
this external magnetic
field.
► Now, we are
disciplined (spinning
in line with each
other!), what next?
12. Now, its time to listen to radio in
RESONANCE.
►Pushing a swing in time with natural interval
of the swing will make the swing higher and
higher.
►Similarly, radio frequency pulses in
resonance push the aligned protons (H+) to
a higher energy level.
13. What is Radio Frequency pulse?
►Same as Radio waves – high wavelength,
low energy electromagnetic waves
►Radiofrequency coils
Act as transmitter and receiver
Different types of coils
14. Turn off the radio
►The higher energy gained by the protons is
retransmitted (NMR signal)
►The original magnetization begins to recover
(T1)
►The excessive spin begins to dephase (T2)
15. Now, we re-transmit the energy
for image processing
►The emitted energy is too small (despite
2500 times the magnetic field with
resonance RF pulse) to convert them into
images.
►Hence, repeated “ON-OFF” of RF pulses are
required.
►The emitted energy is stored (K-space),
analysed and converted into images.
►What kind of images?
39. Before entering tunnel, there is
a checklist!
► No mobiles, no credit cards, please!
► Known potential safety concerns due to large
static magnetic field:
Internal cardiac pacemakers
Steel cerebral aneurysm clips (ferromagnetic)
Small steel slivers embedded in eye
Life-support equipment with magnetic steel
Cochlear implants
Stents anywhere in the body
41. Is entering the tunnel safe?
►No definite long-term harmful effects
►Pregnancy is a relative contraindication, as
we will never be able to tell with 100%
certainty that MRI is 100% safe during
pregnancy!
►Babies and children need sedation or GA
►Some people fear tunnels (claustrophobia)
42. What happens in MRI?
►Stay still for 15 minutes to 45 minutes!
►Noise, Noise and Noise!
►Listen to music in darkness
►Alien (radiographers) like voices in between,
“another 5 minutes to go”,or, “please stay
still”.
►Somebody can come and inject.
44. When to MRI?
►When everything else fails, there is MRI
►When you want to borrow time from the
patient, request MRI and hope that the
waiting time will take care of the patient
45. Advantages of MRI
1. No ionizing radiation & no short/long-term
effects demonstrated
2. Variable thickness, any plane
3. Better contrast resolution & tissue
discrimination
4. Various sequences to play with to
characterise the abnormal tissue
5. Many details without I.V contrast
46. Disadvantages of MRI
►Time consuming
►Not easily available (long waiting list)
►No on-call service
►Need to tweak sequences as per the clinical
questions; hence cannot be generalised
Pain abdomen - ? cause
47. Nothing is perfect in this world
►MRI has limitations:
Bone
Air
Time consuming
Poor spatial resolution
Expertise!
48. We presumed MR contrast is safe
►No side effects
►No allergy ( as with Iodine)
►Can be used in renal impairment
►Can be used as CT contrast when a patient
has impaired renal functions!
49. Necrotising Systemic Fibrosis
►No cases identified prior to 1997
►Initial research were targeting dialysis
and/or renal transplant as triggering cause
(someone even suggested Anthrax
ourbreak!)
►Two reports in 2006 changed it all!
►Disfiguring and potentially disabling or fatal
disorder involving skin, muscles, lungs,
pleura, pericardium, and bones.
50. We need to get used to artefacts,
and sometimes are major
limitations
51. How to get the best from MRI?
►Ask a specific question
►Get a specific answer
►Because the sequences can be tailored
accordingly.
52. MR
► Faster
► Less expensive
► Less sensitive to patient
movements
► Easier in claustrophobics
► Acute haemorrhage
► Calcification
► Bone details
► Foreign body
► No ionising radiation
► Greater details, hence
more sensitive and more
specific
► Any plane scanning
► Contrast less allergic
► No beam hardening
artefact
CT
53. Neuroimaging = MRI
►No neurology or neurosurgery without MRI
►MR brain has largely replaced CT brain in
USA (but for head injury, suspected acute
intracranial haemorrhage)
►Superior to CT in most occasions
►CT is poor man’s MRI in all other
indications!
►Show me a person with migraine who has
not undergone MRI in USA!
56. Stroke imaging
►MR superior to CT in diagnosing hyperacute
infarct
►MR is as sensitive as CT in diagnosing acute
intracranial haemorrhage
►MR is more expensive and less easily
available compared to CT in the UK
►CT is currently widely used to exlcude
haemorhage before thrombolysis
58. When to skip CT?
►Babies and children (avoid ionising
radiation)
►Evaluation of headache (controversial in
NHS setting)
►Suspected demyelination, dysmyelination,
vasculitis, SOLs, hydrocephalus, pituitary
lesions
►Non-invasive, non-contrast MRA and MRV
►Cranial nerve evaluation
61. Spine imaging
►MR is the investigation of choice
►Conventional CT, CT myelogram and
conventional myelogram are no longer
performed, unless MR is contraindicated.
►Indications and contraindications – same
►First line of investigation in suspected spinal
infection, cord compression, cauda equina,
sciatica
62. Disc lesion and MRI
►Virtually everyone after the age of 40 years
will have at least one degenerative disc/ end
plate
►Not all patients with sciatica will have a
positive MRI
►Ask MRI to answer a specific question;
otherwise MRI might completely mislead the
clinician.
63.
64. Head and Neck imaging
► MR is complementary or second line of
investigation in many of head and neck
pathologies
► Superior to CT in staging head and neck
malignancies
► Characterise the head and neck lesions better than
CT
► Complementary to CT in petrous temporal and
paranasal sinus evaluation
► First line of investigation in orbital lesions
74. Abdominal MRI
►Problem solving tool in liver, pancreatic,
renal and adrenal lesions
►Primary modality in local staging of rectal
ca, endometrial ca, cervical ca, prostate ca,
vaginal ca
►Non-invasive modality in evaluating
pancreaticobiliary tract – MRCP
►Scrotal and penile imaging
►Uterus and ovary imaging
75.
76.
77. Vascular MRI
►Peripheral vascular arteriogram with or
without I.V contrast
►Aortogram
Dissection
►Pulmonary arteriogram
When CT is contraindicated
78. Cardiac MRI
►Coming in a big way
►Very useful in congenital heart diseases,
cardiomyopathies
►Evidence is emerging in the evaluation of
myocardial infarction
81. Summary
►Expensive time-consuming investigation
►Complex physics, too many sequences,
difficult to interpret to untrained eyes
►Relatively safe, but there are definite
contraindications
►Ask specific question to get the right answer
82. Summary
►MRI invaluable imaging tool in the diagnosis
of various diseases from head to toe
►Chief modality in neuroimaging, and
musculoskeletal imaging
►Problem solving tool in abdominal
pathologies
►Invaluable tool in local staging of most of
the malignancies