Diffusion and perfusion magnetic resonance imaging in evaluation of primary glial brain tumors

Abstract

Conventional MRI combined with PWI increases the accuracy in determination of glioma grade.

Proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy and apparent diffusion coefficient in evaluation of solid brain lesions

“…Assessment of MR images obtained after administration of a paramagnetic contrast agent must be done with caution, because any pathology associated with disruption of bloodbrain barrier (BBB) results in post-contrast enhancement 9 . Advanced MR techniques, like MR spectroscopy and diffusion-weighted imaging, can provide insight in physiological changes within pathology and contribute to more successful distinguishing between tumor types and their separation from tumor mimicking lesions 1,10 .…”