Brain Death Scintigraphy: Do Not Blow the Flow

Brain Death Scintigraphy: Do Not Blow the Flow

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 refle...

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Published in:Journal of nuclear medicine technology Vol. 52; no. 3; pp. 192 - 198
Main Author: Bolin, Julie D
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: United States 05-09-2024
Subjects:
Brain - diagnostic imaging
Brain - physiology
Brain Death - diagnostic imaging
Cerebrovascular Circulation
Humans
Radionuclide Imaging - methods
DTPA
HMPAO
death
brain
quality assurance
scintigraphy
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Summary: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.
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ISSN:0091-4916
1535-5675
1535-5675
DOI:10.2967/jnmt.124.267894