In:
Der Nervenarzt, Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Abstract:
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is of exceptional importance in the diagnostics and monitoring of multiple sclerosis (MS); however, a close interdisciplinary cooperation between neurologists in private practice, (neuro)radiological practices, hospitals or specialized MS centers is only rarely established. In particular, there is a lack of standardized MRI protocols for image acquisition as well as established quality parameters, which guarantee the comparability of MRI records; however, this is a fundamental prerequisite for an effective application of MRI in the treatment of MS patients, e.g., for making the diagnosis or treatment monitoring. To address these challenges a group of neurologists and (neuro)radiologists developed a consensus proposal for standardization of image acquisition, interpretation and transmission of results and for improvement in interdisciplinary cooperation. This pilot project in the metropolitan area of Essen used a modified Delphi process and was based on the most up to date scientific knowledge. The recommendation takes the medical, economic, temporal and practical aspects of MRI in MS into consideration. The model of interdisciplinary cooperation between radiologists and neurologists with the aim of a regional standardization of MRI could serve as an example for other regions of Germany in order to optimize MRI for MS.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0028-2804
,
1433-0407
DOI:
10.1007/s00115-023-01531-2
Language:
German
Publisher:
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Publication Date:
2023
detail.hit.zdb_id:
1462945-8
detail.hit.zdb_id:
123291-5
SSG:
2,1
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