Emory MSK E-Lecture Series - Dr. Mark Mullins
Imaging of Patients After Spine Surgery
Topics covered:
- Reasons for imaging neck/spine/back pain and appropriateness criteria
- Pro/Con for CT vs MRI
- MRI safety
- 1.5 vs 3 T MRI for spine imaging
- Contrast for the post-operative spine
- Preferred pulse sequences for spine MRI (benefits of each)
- Search pattern (emphasis on disc pathology)
- Fusion status
- Hardware failure
- Contrast for disc vs granulation tissue
- Spine infection
- Adhesive arachnoiditis
- Post-operative fluid collections
- Myelography
- Example cases
Questions/Comments:
Twitter: @markemullins
Email: memulli@emory.edu
Thank you Dr. Mullins!
This video is for educational purposes only and should not be used to make medical decisions. If you have a medical concern, please consult your provider.
