MRI feature of the primary spinal lymphoma / 实用放射学杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To explore the MRI features of primary spinal lymphoma,and aim at improving the understanding of the disease.Methods The MRI data of primary spinal lymphoma in 8 cases were analyzed retrospectively,which were confirmed by op-eration and pathology,all cases were experienced by the plain MRI scan and enhancement scan.Results There were 6 cases located in thoracic vertebra,5 cases located in lumbar spine,and 2 cases located in sacral vertebral,the MRI performance were the bone damage and bone marrow infiltration in vertebral bodies and accessories,which were showed low signal on T1 WI ,high signal on T2 WI;Compared to adjacent muscles,a obscure boundary of soft tissue masses were also showed low signal on T1 WI ,high signal on T2 WI,and were significantly enhanced.Conclusion MRI is helpful for localization and qualitative diagnosis of the primary spinal lymphoma.