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Imaging recommendation · Neuro · Head & Neck

Suspected syringomyelia

Recommended: MRI Spine (entire cord); identify cause (Chiari, post-traumatic, tumor) is the preferred imaging study for suspected syringomyelia. Central cord T2 hyperintensity.

Recommended study

MRI Spine (entire cord); identify cause (Chiari, post-traumatic, tumor)

MRI IV contrast Preferred Neuro · Head & Neck Outpatient Reviewed

Central cord T2 hyperintensity. Add contrast if neoplastic etiology suspected.

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