Decreased rectal meconium signal on MRI in fetuses with open spinal dysraphism

Abstract

Decreased or absent T1-hyperintense rectal meconium signal in fetuses with open spinal dysraphism does not correlate with imperforate anus postnatal and may be a reflection of neurogenic bowel in this patient population.

The use of MRI in fetal conditions amenable for antenatal management

“…This is done to characterize brain changes and rule out supra‐tentorial or other abnormalities, that preclude fetal repair . It also visualizes the up‐ and downstream neurologic impact of spina bifida . It can also demonstrate and quantify postoperative reversal of hindbrain herniation, and the redistribution of cerebro‐spinal fluid.…”