MR Pediatric Chest WO (Pectus/ Haller Index) Protocol
Scan Notes: Images must be checked by radiologist or radiology resident before the patient gets off the table.
Last updated:3/28/19
Charge as: Chest WO
Scanner preference: 1.5T only
Coil: Torso or Cardiac
Scan time: 10-15 minutes
| Plane | Weighting | Mode | Slice | Gap | FAT SAT | FOV | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXIAL | bFFE | BH | 5mm | 1mm | SPAIR | Fit to Patient (include ribs, sternum, spine, and chest wall) | Aortic arch through diaphragm. (Very important to include ribs, sternum, spine, and chest wall!) |
| AXIAL | bFFE | NAV | 5mm | 1mm | SPAIR | Fit to Patient (include ribs, sternum, spine, and chest wall) | Optional: Run if patient is sedated or unable to breathhold. Aortic arch through diaphragm. (Very important to include ribs, sternum, spine, and chest wall!) |