Digital Subtraction Myelography — DSM
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Summary
The intention of turnung to more digitalization in Neuroimaging led to the application of digital subtraction technique in Myelography. First attempts were done, and first experiences gained at lumbar levels. Resulting images revealed: 1. The possible saving of up to 70% of water soluble contrast medium and 2. identical quality pictures with sufficient sensitivity when compared with the usual cut-film technique. So far both methods were applied in 16 patients at lumbar levels, and in 6 patients at lower thoracic segments. Effects of tilting the spine cra-nially or caudally were examined on a human anatomical specimen. of the vertebral column.
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Nerve Root Lumbar Level Trast Medium Water Soluble Contrast Medium Segment Discussion
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