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Which imaging modality is specifically noted for its increasing use in targeted salivary gland imaging?
Which imaging modality is specifically noted for its increasing use in targeted salivary gland imaging?
- Computed tomography
- High-resolution ultrasonography (HRUS) (correct)
- Conventional sialography
- Plain radiography
Which of the following imaging methods lacks the specific mention of targeting capabilities?
Which of the following imaging methods lacks the specific mention of targeting capabilities?
- Conventional sialography
- High-resolution ultrasonography (HRUS)
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Plain radiography (correct)
Which of these imaging techniques is traditionally used for evaluating salivary glands?
Which of these imaging techniques is traditionally used for evaluating salivary glands?
- High-resolution ultrasonography (HRUS)
- Positron emission tomography
- Conventional sialography (correct)
- Digital subtraction angiography
What distinguishes high-resolution ultrasonography (HRUS) from conventional imaging methods?
What distinguishes high-resolution ultrasonography (HRUS) from conventional imaging methods?
Which imaging method is primarily associated with minimal radiation exposure?
Which imaging method is primarily associated with minimal radiation exposure?
What effect does the intravenous administration of a contrast agent have on glandular tissues?
What effect does the intravenous administration of a contrast agent have on glandular tissues?
What types of conditions can be better identified using images obtained after contrast agent administration?
What types of conditions can be better identified using images obtained after contrast agent administration?
Why are glandular tissues highlighted in imaging after contrast agent administration?
Why are glandular tissues highlighted in imaging after contrast agent administration?
How does the administration of a contrast agent aid in diagnostic imaging?
How does the administration of a contrast agent aid in diagnostic imaging?
After the intravenous contrast administration, how do glandular tissues appear relative to fat and muscle in imaging?
After the intravenous contrast administration, how do glandular tissues appear relative to fat and muscle in imaging?
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Study Notes
Imaging Modalities for Salivary Glands
- Plain Radiography: A standard imaging technique often used for salivary glands.
- Conventional Sialography: A specialized technique that involves injecting contrast material into the salivary ducts to visualize their structure. Used to diagnose chronic inflammatory conditions, especially when obstruction is suspected.
- High-Resolution Ultrasonography (HRUS): An increasingly popular method for targeted imaging of the salivary glands.
- Contrast Agent Administration: Administering contrast agents intravenously helps distinguish glandular tissues from surrounding fat and muscle, improving visualization of structures like stones, infections, and tumors.
- Sialagogues: After image acquisition, a sialagogue can be administered to stimulate salivary gland secretion and assess their function.
- Space-Occupying Lesions: HRUS with contrast agent administration is particularly effective in detecting and assessing space-occupying lesions in the salivary glands.
- Primary Indication for Sialography: Chronic inflammatory conditions, especially when obstruction is suspected.
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