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[Evaluation of two-dimensional thick-slice MR DSA: preliminary study].

M Hori1, S Aoki, T Yoshikawa

  • 1Department of Radiology, Yamanashi Medical University.

Nihon Igaku Hoshasen Gakkai Zasshi. Nippon Acta Radiologica
|June 11, 1999
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces MR DSA, a fast imaging technique for evaluating cerebrovascular diseases. Its high temporal resolution offers a valuable, supportive role in conventional MR imaging and angiography.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Neuroimaging

Context:

  • Conventional MR angiography techniques often lack sufficient temporal resolution for dynamic vascular assessments.
  • Evaluating cerebrovascular diseases requires imaging methods with high speed and clarity.

Purpose:

  • To introduce and evaluate a novel two-dimensional contrast-enhanced MR angiography technique, termed MR DSA (Magnetic Resonance Digital Subtraction Angiography).
  • To determine optimal imaging parameters by calculating the signal of brain to the signal of contrast agent ratio (SSR).
  • To assess the feasibility and potential clinical utility of MR DSA in a cohort of 26 patients.

Summary:

  • MR DSA utilizes a single thick slice with contrast enhancement for rapid image acquisition, achieving nearly subsecond scanning times.

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  • The study calculated SSR across various settings to optimize parameters for MR DSA.
  • Feasibility was demonstrated through imaging 26 cases, highlighting the technique's potential.

    • Impact:

    • MR DSA offers superior temporal resolution compared to other contrast-enhanced MR angiography methods.
    • The technique shows promise as a supportive tool in conventional MR imaging and angiography.
    • Its high temporal resolution is particularly valuable for the evaluation of cerebrovascular diseases.