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How is the breast MRI exam typically performed?
How is the breast MRI exam typically performed?
- Using a single coil for both breasts
- With the patient in a seated position
- With a special surface coil utilizing two elements, one for each breast (correct)
- With the patient lying supine on top of the coil
What is the purpose of using MRI for detecting breast implant rupture?
What is the purpose of using MRI for detecting breast implant rupture?
- To evaluate the blood flow in the breast area
- To detect leakage of silicone into the surrounding tissues (correct)
- To detect the position of the breast implants
- To assess the density of the breast tissue
What is the main purpose of the special surface coil used in breast MRI?
What is the main purpose of the special surface coil used in breast MRI?
- To enhance the visualization of the axillary lymph nodes
- To minimize the need for contrast agents
- To reduce the scanning time
- To provide imaging of both breasts separately (correct)
Why does the patient lie prone during the breast MRI exam?
Why does the patient lie prone during the breast MRI exam?
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Which aspect of breast MRI is particularly important due to the possibility of injury to patients?
Which aspect of breast MRI is particularly important due to the possibility of injury to patients?
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