Shunt malfunction evaluation traditionally relied on radiographs and CT head scans, but the transition to MR imaging is imperative to minimize radiation exposure. In this context, we aim to revisit the signs of variation of intracranial pressure changes on MRI in a clinical setting of suspected shunt malfunction. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2024 Annual Meeting & Postgraduate Course , 2024

Authors: Radder Shrinivas, Razzaq Sania, Charles Glasier, Choudhary Arabinda, Jayappa Sateesh, Murphy Janice, Ramakrishnaiah Raghu

Keywords: Shunt Malfunction, Rapid Sequence Limited MRI, Revisiting MRI Signs

Introduction: Radiology residents typically receive limited exposure to dental radiology during their training. However, they frequently encounter dental pathologies while scanning the brain or maxillofacial regions for other clinical purposes. Understanding basic principles of dental radiology is essential for accurately assessing maxillo-facial computed topography (CT) scans, as these pathologies can go under-recognized and potentially have significant impact on diagnosis and treatment. Purpose: This study aims to highlight the importance of dental radiology knowledge for radiology residents and fellows. By recognizing dental pathologies in imaging studies, radiologists can contribute to better management and care of pediatric patients. Discussion: This will be a pictorial educational exhibit obtaining cases from the teaching database at a pediatric tertiary care hospital. We will present cases in a pictorial format, primarily focusing on conventional CT, orthopantomograms (OPG), and cone-beam computed topography (CBCT). The discussion will cover various dental pathologies encountered, including: Impacted Dental Prosthesis: Leading to maleruption of the teeth, a dentist’s perspective; Prosthesis Malfunction: Identifying signs of failure and the implications for patient care; Post-Maxillofacial Surgery Complications: Examining alterations due to mechanical stress on the mandible, leading to exostosis and other lesions; Dental issues in Syndromes affecting the Faciocranium: Dental issues in well-known syndromes such as Pierre Robin, hemifacial microsomia, Goldenhar syndrome, etcetera; Unexpected Findings: Perforation of the mandibular fossa into the middle cranial fossa as a sequalae of juvenile inflammatory arthritis and trauma. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2025 Annual Meeting , 2025

Authors: Mansfield Kori, Rana Abhilasha, Radder Shrinivas, Razzaq Sania, Charles Glasier, Murphy Janice, Jayappa Sateesh, Ramakrishnaiah Raghu

Keywords: Computed Tomography, Neuroradiology, Diagnostic Accuracy