Application of Spinal Ultrasound in Children with Congenital Anomalies of Spine
- VernacularTitle:彩色多普勒超声在儿童脊柱脊髓发育异常的应用
- Author:
Xuemei LI
;
Shengjun HU
;
Yi GUO
;
Yushuang LIU
;
Jingfang WU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
congenital anomalies of spine, spinal ultrasound, children
- From:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
2010;16(5):468-469
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
ObjectiveTo assess the value of spinal ultrasound in children with congenital anomalies of spine. MethodsUltrasound findings of 36 children with congenital anomalies of spine were analyzed and compared with the finding of corresponding MRI or operation. ResultsUltrasound finding was the same as MRI in the anatomy in 31/36 children, in addition, it also could show the pulsatile motion and blood flow signals of conus medullaris. ConclusionSpinal ultrasound can present more other informations for diagnosis for congenital anomalies of spine, especially the blood supply of conus medullaris.
