MRI BRAIN+SPECTROSCOPY

Magnetic resonance imaging combined with spectroscopy is a sophisticated imaging technique for the brain which involves obtaining numerous structural and compositional pictures of the brain. In this examination, the principles of MRS are supplemented by those of MRI so that both the anatomy and the metabolism of brain tissues can be studied. It is especially helpful in determining brain tumors, metabolic diseases and some other neurologic conditions. 

Introduction: 

• The MRI of the brain with spectroscopy or MRS imaging is a painless method that uses magnetic and radio waves to form images accompanied by MRS which looks at a range of chemicals in the area being scanned. 
• Remember this: There may be restrictions on food intake for several hours, removal of metallic items, and the radiologist should be alerted of pregnancy or claustrophobia. 

What is MRI Brain with Spectroscopy? 

• MRI makes use of magnets together with radio waves that offer a set of pictures of the structure of the brain. 
• For the purpose of priming the patient in the next part of the test, the amount of certain biochemical substances related to the abnormal type of tissue under his/her study is also obtained. 

Types of MRI Brain with Spectroscopy 

• Single Voxel Spectroscopy (SVS): Concentrates on a single, small area of interest. 
• Multi Voxel Spectroscopy (MVS): Studies many regions of the interest at the same time. 
• 3D Chemical Shift Imaging: Delivers information of several areas of the brain in a more detailed chemical perspective. 

• Parameters on N-acetylaspartate (NAA), choline, creatine, lactate, and myo-inositol levels have also been noted to be considered by the medical practitioners. 
• Further Changes would be required depending on the age of the patient and the existing neurological illnesses. 

• In management of brain neoplasm and new brain growth; new development on existing tumors. 
• The improvement of metabolic disorders or track the effectiveness of treatment. 
• For the evaluation of various dementia diseases such as Alzheimer and diabetes mellitus. 

Benefits of Taking the Test

• Visualizes the structural and functional compartments of the body simultaneously. 
• Safe to the patient and does not expose one to x rays. 
• Helps understand the temporal nature of a brain disease and inspires treatment models. 

Diseases Detected Using Baker with Spectroscopy MRI

• Brain neoplasms that are encouraged from another site and those that originate from the brain. 
• Energy deficit and dysregulated metabolism of central nervous system neuronal tissue. 
• Psychiatric disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. 

• Patients should be asked not to eat or drink for several hours and to remove any items that contain metal. 
• Bring to the attention of the sonographer if there are any metallic fragments or pacemaker in the body. 

Pre-requisites 

• Confirm with your physician that some drugs are going to be stopped. 
• Call the team if there are known allergic reactions to contrast materials aggravates. 
• Best Time to Take the MRI Brain with Spectroscopy 
• In most cases there is no best time, however, there is a fasting period that should be adhered to. 

Eligibility 

• Most people are viable candidates for this test. However, there are exceptions, persons with metal implants or those suffering from advanced stage kidney diseases. 
• Also, pregnant women need to take special care. 

Procedure for Taking an MRI Brain with Spectroscopy 

• The orbit, which is to be examined, is placed on a movable table, which gradually transports the target to the pillars of the MRI 
• There is a need to keep still for a period between 30 and 60 minutes that is while imaging and other image and spectroscopic data acquisition takes place. 
• Depending on the circumstances, involvement of contrast agents via injection may be done in order to improve or clarity images. 

Caution Before the Test is Done 

• When such issues as claustrophobic perceptions or sensitivity to kairosis probes arise, the physician or healthcare assistant operating the SMI should be alerted at once. 
• Make-up or lotion containing metallic particles should, as much as possible, not be worn.