Avneesh Chhabra
It is my pleasure to write an editorial for this exciting AJNR News Digest on the topic of MR neurography (MRN). MRN has come a long way since its introduction in 1992 by Howe et al.1 Several technical developments have occurred in this domain over the last decade,2–6 and the increasing use of MRN has … more »
Hiroyuki Fujii
Cranial nerve impairments can significantly compromise functionality and quality of life. Knowledge of the anatomic course of each cranial nerve and its relationship with surrounding structures is important for diagnosing various cranial pathologies and preventing complications from surgical interventions.
Despite recent advances in MR imaging technology, visualization of the entire course of the cranial … more »
Shivani Ahlawat
Laura M. Fayad
Although benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors (PNSTs) are more prevalent than malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs), they can share an overlapping clinical presentation and imaging appearance, particularly on conventional MR imaging. As a result, many … more »
Esther Yuh
In the multidisciplinary spine conference at our institution, mass-like lesions associated with peripheral nerves appear frequently on the case list. Whether lesions are incidentally discovered during the course of imaging for an unrelated indication or found during the work-up of mononeuropathy or plexopathy, a central clinical question is often whether to perform … more »
Laura M. Fayad
My research has focused on advancing MR imaging techniques, especially noncontrast techniques, for various applications in musculoskeletal tumor imaging, including the detection, characterization, and assessment of treatment response and the differentiation of postsurgical nodular scar from recurrence. A particular challenge in our field is the characterization of peripheral nerve sheath tumors … more »
Yawara Eguchi
Lumbar nerve entrapment causes low back pain and radiculopathy, but discrepancies between clinical symptoms and the range of compression of the nerve root on conventional MR images are often found. Asymptomatic intervertebral disc degeneration and herniation are often seen in clinical practice, and these discrepancies can confuse spine surgeons.
Lumbar foraminal stenosis is … more »