Lisäresonanssikuvat

Lisäresonanssikuvat, a Finnish term, translates to "additional resonance images" or "further resonance imaging." In the context of medical imaging, it refers to supplementary Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans performed after an initial examination. These additional scans are typically requested when the initial images are inconclusive, require further clarification, or to assess changes over time.

The purpose of lisäresonanssikuvat can vary. They might involve using different MRI sequences to highlight specific tissues or pathologies that were not clearly visible in the first set of images. For instance, a radiologist might request a contrast-enhanced MRI to better visualize blood vessels or tumors, or a diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) sequence to detect acute stroke. In some cases, the patient may be repositioned, or different magnetic field strengths or coils might be utilized to obtain a more detailed view of a particular area of interest.

Furthermore, lisäresonanssikuvat are crucial for monitoring the progression or regression of diseases and the effectiveness of treatments. Follow-up MRI scans, often falling under the umbrella of lisäresonanssikuvat, allow clinicians to track the size of lesions, assess new developments, or confirm the absence of disease recurrence. The decision to order additional resonance images is always based on clinical needs and aims to provide the most accurate diagnostic information possible for patient care.