Image Fusion in Neurovascular Compression Syndrome Related to Hemifacial Spasm.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.wneu.2020.11.148.
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Abstract
Neurovascular compression syndromes have well characterized clinical symptoms, but precise identification of the pathologic contact between the nerves and vessels can be challenging at neuroimaging. Considering that neurovascular contacts are frequent imaging findings in asymptomatic patients, correct visualization of pathological contact is crucial for the diagnosis and surgical planning. We have used magnetic resonance imaging fusion by overlaying color-coded T1-weighted postcontrast onto high-resolution T2-weighted images to better delineate imaging findings by enhancing vascular structures.
Medical subject headings
- Facial Nerve Diseases
- Hemifacial Spasm
- Microvascular Decompression Surgery
- Nerve Compression Syndromes