Mri Pituitary W/O & W/ Contrast
MRI Protocol
Neuro
Indications
For evaluating pituitary gland abnormalities, such as adenomas, often related to hormonal imbalances. Dynamic contrast helps differentiate small tumors from normal gland tissue.
Sequences
| Sequence | Contrast |
|---|---|
| SAG T1 | Pre-contrast |
| COR, SAG T1 3mm | Pre-contrast |
| COR, SAG T1 3mm POST | Post-contrast |
| AX T1 BRAIN POST | Post-contrast |
| COR, SAG T2 3mm | Pre-contrast |
| AX FLAIR | Pre-contrast |
| DYNAMIC COR (1/6POST) | Pre-contrast |
Related Clinical Scenarios
Pituitary or sellar mass resection, monitor
Pituitary adenoma
Pituitary adenoma suspected
Pituitary apoplexy
Bitemporal hemianopia, sellar mass suspected, initial imaging