atrous

Meanings

• noun

  Atrous is a term used in medical imaging, specifically in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), to describe a particular type of porous filter used to enhance image contrast.

  - "The radiologist used an atrous filter during the MRI scan to improve the visualization of the blood vessels."
  - "The patient's MRI scan revealed the presence of an atrous artifact, which affected the image quality."

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Variants

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arouse , aroused , arouses , arousing

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'atros' meaning 'black' or 'porous'

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Trivia

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1. The use of atrous filters in MRI imaging can help improve the visualization of small blood vessels and other structures.

2. The presence of atrous artifacts in MRI scans can affect the image quality and make it difficult for radiologists to make accurate diagnoses.

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Related Concepts

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1. MRI filter: A device used in magnetic resonance imaging to improve image contrast by removing unwanted signals.

2. Magnetic resonance imaging: A medical imaging technique that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the body's internal structures.

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Culture

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There is no significant cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the term 'atrous'.

How to Memorize "atrous"

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

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