Sagittal STIR

What does "Sagittal STIR" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Sagittal STIR" refers to a specific type of imaging technique used in MRI scans. "Sagittal" describes the direction of the image - it's like looking at the body from the side. "STIR" stands for "Short Tau Inversion Recovery", which is a method used to create clearer images by suppressing or reducing the signal from certain tissues, like fat, in the body. This helps doctors to see other tissues, like water or fluid, more clearly.

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