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Magnetic resonance imaging and cross sectional anatomy of the normal equine sinuses and nasal passages.
Abstract: The purpose of this investigation was to define the magnetic resonance imaging anatomy of the rostral part of the equine head. 10 mm-thick, T1-weighted images of two isolated equine cadaver heads were obtained using a 1.5 Tesla magnet and a body coil. MR images were compared to corresponding frozen cross-sections of the cadaver head. Relevant anatomic structures were identified and labeled at each level. The resulting images provided excellent anatomic detail of the oral and nasal cavities, paranasal sinuses and associated structures. Annotated MR images from this study are intended as a reference for clinical MR imaging studies of the equine head.
Publication Date: 2000-08-24 PubMed ID: 10955492DOI: 10.1111/j.1740-8261.2000.tb02079.xGoogle Scholar: Lookup The Equine Research Bank provides access to a large database of publicly available scientific literature. Inclusion in the Research Bank does not imply endorsement of study methods or findings by Mad Barn.
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- Research Support
- Non-U.S. Gov't
Summary
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The research article discusses an investigation into the detailed anatomical structure of the horse’s head, particularly the area towards the front, using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Objective of the Research
- The primary objective of the study was to understand and define the in-depth anatomy of the front area of the horse’s head using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The structures of interest included the oral and nasal cavities, as well as the paranasal sinuses and other related structures.
Research Method
- The researchers acquired 10 mm-thick, T1-weighted images of two isolated equine (horse) cadaver heads using a 1.5 Tesla magnet and a body coil, components of an MRI machine. These types of images provide detail of the anatomical structure and tissue contrast of the subjects being imaged.
- In order to have a basis for comparison, the MRI-generated images were then compared with similar cross-sectional images of the cadaver heads which were prepared by freezing and slicing them.
- The vital anatomical structures at each level were identified and labeled.
Findings and Conclusion
- The images produced through this investigation provided excellent detail of the targeted anatomical structures. This level of detail couldn’t have been achieved with other imaging methods.
- The study supplied annotated MRI images as a reference for future clinical MRI studies of horses’ heads. This could assist in diagnosing health issues or understanding anatomical structures in a more detailed and accurate manner.
In conclusion, the research offers valuable insights and resources in equine anatomical studies and clinical diagnosis by leveraging MRI technology. It provides a baseline for comparison in future similar studies, which will aid in detecting anomalies, predicting potential health problems, and understanding the anatomy better for veterinary surgical procedures.
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APA
Arencibia A, Vázquez JM, Jaber R, Gil F, Ramírez JA, Rivero M, González N, Wisner ER.
(2000).
Magnetic resonance imaging and cross sectional anatomy of the normal equine sinuses and nasal passages.
Vet Radiol Ultrasound, 41(4), 313-319.
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1740-8261.2000.tb02079.x Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Veterinary, University of Las Palma de Gran Canaria, Spain.
MeSH Terms
- Animals
- Horses / anatomy & histology
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging / veterinary
- Nasal Cavity / anatomy & histology
- Paranasal Sinuses / anatomy & histology
Citations
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