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E Fraile

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PubMed1992

[Nuclear magnetic resonance of anorectal malformations and persistent postoperative fecal incontinence].

We review our experience with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in the evaluation of 6 patients showing anorectal malformation, and 4 more with persistent postoperative fecal incontinence. Preoperative sagittal, axial and coronal planes were studied with special consideration to the pelvic and vertebral structures. The excellent resolution of MRI allowed accurate identification of the pelvic musculature in all patients, including those with bizarre sacral abnormalities. MRI revealed structural anomalies not detected previously, such as teathering cord, intraspinal lipoma, presacral mass and renal malformation. In our institution, MRI has replaced the CT scan in the study of patients suffering of persistent fecal incontinence. In non operated on cases of anorectal malformations, MRI determines with extraordinary accuracy the location of the rectal atretic pouch, the actual pelvic muscular quality, and the detection of previously unsuspected associated anomalies.

Anal Canal↗
PubMed1991

[Neuroepithelial tumors in the pediatric population].

We have studied the neuroepithelial tumors in childhood, about their epidemiological, clinical and histological aspects, the macroscopic tumoral structure and the findings obtained by magnetic resonance imaging. We stress the differential diagnosis features among the various tumoral types, based on bibliography and our own clinical experience.

Astrocytoma↗
PubMed1991

[Normal myelination patterns].

The MR images obtained of brain during the process of myelination taking place from birth to 2 years of age are analyzed. Basically, the study focuses on the changes in signal intensity experienced by the elements of the brain in the different sequences, consisting in an increase (T1 weighted sequence) or decrease (T2 sequences) in the signal. The chronological evolution of these changes is compared with the classic myelination pattern, described prior to the development of MR, based on necropsies. Also assessed were the progressive changes in the signals of the gray and white matter, reflecting their hydric contents, throughout the period of maturation of the brain structures. It is concluded that MR imaging is presently the diagnostic method of choice in the monitoring of myelination. MR spectroscopy studies offer important perspectives for assessment and follow up of this process from the metabolic point of view.

Aging↗