What is diffuse tensor display?
Diffuse tensor display (DTI) is a type of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) that uses speed at which water diffuses between cells to collect information about the internal structures of the body. The diffusion rate varies around barriers between different structures in the body and this feature can be used to create a comprehensive and detailed map of internal structures with the help of DTI. This technology is commonly used to explore the brain, although it can also be used in different parts of the body. This data is weighed with known information about the degree of diffusion between different types of tissues to create a map of structures such as nerves, muscles, etc. Diffusion strain image basically creates a map of body cable cables, allowing clear visualization of different paths. Looking at a network of connection in the core of the brain, research can identify the area of the difference between subjects, potentially use these data to explain psychiatric problems, degenerative diseases and other medical topics.
This technique of medical imaging is also used in diagnosis, especially if there is a suspected stroke or multiple sclerosis. Diffuse tensor imaging provides much more brain status than conventional MRI, allowing doctors to clearly see areas of concern. For example, stroke may be sufficiently failed to see in the brain in brain to see MRI, but the change in brain white can be seen on DTI.
When a diffuse tensor imaging study is ordered, the patient must go to a device that has MRI machine and software to create a diffuse tensor image. The patient will be asked to remove all jewelry and metal, normally turning into a hospital dress to reduce the risk of forgetting a metal rivet, button or rupture, and then lying down in the MRI machine while a number of images will be obtained. Holding during this process is critical to ensure clear, sharp pictures. MRI can be quite noisy so some pacEnti wears ear plugs or headphones to make them feel more comfortable during the process.