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Imaging recommendation · Neuro · Head & Neck

Brain tumor post-treatment surveillance (radiation vs progression)

Recommended: MRI Brain with perfusion + spectroscopy is the preferred imaging study for brain tumor post-treatment surveillance (radiation vs progression). Perfusion: high rCBV in tumor recurrence, low in radiation necrosis.

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MRI Brain with perfusion + spectroscopy

MRI IV contrast Preferred Neuro · Head & Neck Outpatient Reviewed

Perfusion: high rCBV in tumor recurrence, low in radiation necrosis. Spectroscopy adjunctive.

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