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Comparison of MERGE and Axial T2-Weighted Fast Spin-Echo Sequences for Detection of Multiple Sclerosis Lesions in the Cervical Spinal Cord

Nancy Martin, David Malfair, Yinshan Zhao, David S. Li, Anthony Traboulsee, Donna J. Lang, Alexandra T. Vertinsky

American Journal of Roentgenology · 2012 · 47 citations · 14 references

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MERGE and T2-weighted FSE sequences are complementary. MERGE provided greater sensitivity for cord lesions whereas axial T2-weighted FSE provided improved lesion specificity. Further investigation is required to assess the clinical impact of MERGE in the diagnosis and management of MS.

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