The utility of MRI in suspected MS
The utility of MRI in suspected MS
18 June 2007
American Academy of Neurology
Summary,
American Academy of Neurology
Summary,
Source: National Guidelines Clearinghouse
DISEASE/CONDITION(S)
- Multiple sclerosis
- Diagnosis
- Education
- Risk Assessment
- Technology Assessment
- Family Practice
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Physicians
- To consider the evidence that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can prospectively predict the future conversion to clinically definite multiple sclerosis (CDMS) in patients presenting with a syndrome consistent with inflammatory demyelination
- To consider the evidence for the use of baseline and follow-up magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of patients with suspected multiple sclerosis
