From the case:
Central point artifact
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T2 weighted gradient echo sequence showing a central point artifact in the pons.
From the case:
Central point artifact
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Diagram of central point artifact.
Case Discussion
The central point artifact is a focal dot of increased signal in the center of an image. It is caused by a constant offset of the DC voltage in the receiver.