MR imaging of pineoblastomas.

Abstract

Pineoblastomas, which originate from the pineal gland, are extremely malignant tumors that grow quickly and aggressively. Because they spread so fast and the probability of longterm survival is poor, it is important to diagnose these tumors early. This article discusses magnetic resonance's role in imaging pineoblastomas. MR is particularly effective for this task due to its ability to visualize the pineoblastoma in three different planes, both before and after the administration of gadolinium.

• Authors: K Lambrinides, M Reichert
• Journal: Radiologic technology (Radiol Technol) 1994 Nov-Dec Vol. 66 Issue 2 Pg. 106-10; quiz 111-2 ISSN: 0033-8397 [Print] United States
• PMID: 7855233 (Publication Type: Journal Article)

Topics

• Brain Neoplasms (diagnosis)
• Humans
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Pineal Gland
• Pinealoma (diagnosis)