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MRI of Acute Spinal Epidural Hematomas
J Comput Assist Tomogr 23:238-243, Sklar,E.M.L.,et al, 1999
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Article Abstract
Imaging findings in ASEH were the following: (a) a variable signal intensity (on T1-weighted images, 0 showed isointensity to cord and 7 were slightly hyperintense; T2-weighted images showed hyperintensity with areas of hypointensity); (b) capping of epidural fat; (c) direct continuity with the adjacent osseous structures; (d) compression of epidural fat, subarachnoid sac, and spinal cord; (e) usually posterolateral location in the spinal canal. Epidural hematomas in the spinal canal were lesions capable of producing sudden spinal cord and/or cauda equina compression. MR provides characteristic findings that allow a prompt diagnosis of acute epidural hematomas.
 
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