MR DeNovo Knee Research Protocol

Scan Notes:

  • The angles and coverage should be similar to the routine knee.
  • The study coordinator should tell you where the T2 Map needs to be placed. 
  • If a prior study has been done, place the Map where it was previously.
  • If no instructions/1st study scan: If you see a defect in the meniscus on the COR view, place the SAG Map through that area. Otherwise, place the Map in the area where the meniscus appears the thickest. 

Last updated: 4/12/19
Charge as Knee WO
Scanner preference: MR4 only
Coil: Knee Coil

Sequence Weighting Change Parameters? Change # slices? Coverage/ Angulation
COR T1 NO NO Angle to posterior aspect of the condyles
COR STIR NO NO Angle to posterior aspect of the condyles
COR T2 + FS NO NO Angle to posterior aspect of the condyles
SAG 3D TFE NO NO Angle to lateral aspect of the condyles
SAG PD + FS NO NO Angle to lateral aspect of the condyles
SAG Dual Echo NO NO Angle to lateral aspect of the condyles
SAG T2 MAP NO NO See Notes Above