1. Brain Death Scintigraphy: Do Not Blow the Flow.
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Bolin JD
- Subjects
- Humans, Brain diagnostic imaging, Brain physiology, Cerebrovascular Circulation, Radionuclide Imaging methods, Brain Death diagnostic imaging
- Abstract
Brain death denotes the loss of function in both the cerebrum and the brain stem, leading to coma, absence of spontaneous respiration in the setting of adequate stimulus, and the cessation of all brain stem reflexes. Although spinal reflexes such as deep tendon, plantar flexion, and withdrawal reflexes may persist, recovery is not possible. The cessation of brain function qualifies as death because of its central role in coordinating vital bodily functions. Although brain death is largely determined by a clinical and neurologic examination, confounding variables may necessitate ancillary testing such as cerebral brain perfusion imaging., (© 2024 by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging.)
- Published
- 2024
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