What type of signal intensity is expected in the nucleus pulposus of a dessicated intervertebral disc on magnetic resonance imaging examination?

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The nucleus pulposus of a dessicated intervertebral disc is expected to have low signal intensity on T2-weighted images due to decreased water content. STIR and T1-weighted images do not provide specific information about water content and are not as sensitive for detecting degenerative changes in the intervertebral disc. High signal intensity on T2-weighted images is expected in the nucleus pulposus of a healthy, hydrated disc.

What Type of Signal Intensity Is Expected in the Nucleus