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Renal magnetic resonance imaging.

Henry Rusinek1, Manmeen Kaur, Vivian S Lee

  • 1Department of Radiology, New York University Medical Center, Bellevue C&D building room D120, 550 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, USA. hr18@nyu.edu

Current Opinion in Nephrology and Hypertension
|October 16, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) offers detailed kidney visualization and functional assessment. Dynamic contrast MRI is emerging as a key tool for diagnosing and managing various kidney diseases.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Current magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems provide high-resolution visualization of renal structures.
  • Dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI uniquely differentiates diseases affecting the vascular-nephron system.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent studies on the clinical relevance and technical developments of MRI in nephrology.
  • To highlight the role of MRI in evaluating diverse kidney conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recently published studies in selected topics of renal MRI.
  • Focus on clinical relevance and potential technical advancements.

Main Results:

  • MRI is increasingly used for evaluating renal masses, prenatal genitourinary anomalies, urinary tract obstruction/infection, renal vasculature, and kidney transplants.

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  • Dynamic contrast magnetic resonance renography using gadolinium-based agents is a preferred functional imaging modality, assessing individual kidney perfusion and filtration rates.

    • Conclusions:

    • MRI offers comprehensive anatomic and physiologic kidney evaluation.
    • Advancements in automated image analysis will enhance the role of functional renal MRI in managing kidney disease.