RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Spinal Cord Ischemia: Practical Imaging Tips, Pearls, and Pitfalls JF American Journal of Neuroradiology JO Am. J. Neuroradiol. FD American Society of Neuroradiology SP 825 OP 830 DO 10.3174/ajnr.A4118 VO 36 IS 5 A1 Vargas, M.I. A1 Gariani, J. A1 Sztajzel, R. A1 Barnaure-Nachbar, I. A1 Delattre, B.M. A1 Lovblad, K.O. A1 Dietemann, J.-L. YR 2015 UL http://www.ajnr.org/content/36/5/825.abstract AB SUMMARY: Ischemia of the spinal cord is a rare entity with a poor prognosis. Brain ischemia is no longer a diagnostic challenge; on the contrary, ischemia of the spinal cord remains difficult, particularly in children. In this article, we illustrate the principal causes in children and adults, clinical presentation, different techniques for the diagnosis by MR imaging (diffusion, spinal MR angiography, and 1.5 versus 3T), pathophysiology, and differential diagnosis. We will discuss current knowledge, perspectives, and pitfalls.