Podcast
Questions and Answers
Why do we ask for a 3T Brain MRI instead of a 1.5T MRI?
Why do we ask for a 3T Brain MRI instead of a 1.5T MRI?
- It is more expensive (Build-up of Meds)
- 3T has less radiation
- The image quality is better (correct)
- They are more available
How does an MRI work?
How does an MRI work?
- Ionizing radiation pass through and capture
- Magnetizing and polarity computation (correct)
- Nuclear imaging with prior tracer injection
- Ultrasonic wave capture and reading
Scenario: Plaintiff is a 40-year-old man, Auto accident, Tier 11, LOC +, Ambulance and ER same day. He had a Head CT scan in the hospital that came back as normal. Please select the correct statement on the case:
Scenario: Plaintiff is a 40-year-old man, Auto accident, Tier 11, LOC +, Ambulance and ER same day. He had a Head CT scan in the hospital that came back as normal. Please select the correct statement on the case:
- Plaintiff suffered from a TBI, will need Neuro referral, 3T Brain MRI (correct)
- Plaintiff possibly suffered a TBI, will need Neuro referral, 1.5T Brain MRI
- Plaintiff had a concussion, will need Neuro referral
- Plaintiff had a clean Head CT, this shows he does not have a TBI or concussion
Scenario: Plaintiff suffered from a TBI. After a month, his wife notices that he’s an “angrier man” but he was not, prior to the MVA. Suddenly starts experiencing social retraction, panic attacks, and anger outbursts. What would be your likely diagnosis?
Scenario: Plaintiff suffered from a TBI. After a month, his wife notices that he’s an “angrier man” but he was not, prior to the MVA. Suddenly starts experiencing social retraction, panic attacks, and anger outbursts. What would be your likely diagnosis?
What does DTI (Diffusion-Tensor imaging) measure and how does it help?
What does DTI (Diffusion-Tensor imaging) measure and how does it help?
What does SWI (Susceptibility-Weighted Imaging) measure and how does it help?
What does SWI (Susceptibility-Weighted Imaging) measure and how does it help?
After how many months after DOL should a Brain MRI with TBI protocol be performed
After how many months after DOL should a Brain MRI with TBI protocol be performed
What does DAI stands for?
What does DAI stands for?
What could be a possible cause of persistent post-concussive symptoms in our Clients?
What could be a possible cause of persistent post-concussive symptoms in our Clients?
Scenario: Your client has TBI complaints and the Pain Management doctor is recommending a 1.5T Brain MRI to be done. DOL was 20 days ago. Should you schedule the study ASAP?
Scenario: Your client has TBI complaints and the Pain Management doctor is recommending a 1.5T Brain MRI to be done. DOL was 20 days ago. Should you schedule the study ASAP?
