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MR urography in children. Part 2: how to use ImageJ MR urography processing software
Pierre-Hugues Vivier1, Michael Dolores, Melissa Taylor
1Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Rouen, 1 rue de Germont, Rouen, 76031, France.
Pediatric Radiology
|February 26, 2010
Summary
We developed free software for analyzing pediatric MR urography (MRU) scans, which combines static and dynamic contrast-enhanced imaging. This tool aids in diagnosing conditions like hydronephrosis by providing crucial morphological and functional data.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric radiology
- Medical imaging analysis
- Uroradiology software development
Background:
- Magnetic Resonance Urography (MRU) is an emerging technique in pediatric uroradiology.
- The primary indication for MRU is the investigation of hydronephrosis.
- Combined static and dynamic contrast-enhanced MRU (DCE-MRU) offers both morphological and functional data.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the lack of dedicated, accessible software for MRU post-processing.
- To introduce a freely downloadable software program for analyzing DCE-MRU data.
- To describe the features of the developed MRU software.
Main Methods:
- Development of a novel software program for MRU image analysis.
- The software is designed for combined static and dynamic contrast-enhanced MRU (DCE-MRU) data.
- The program is made freely available for download.
Main Results:
- A new software program has been developed for MRU post-processing.
- The software provides features for analyzing both morphological and functional aspects of DCE-MRU.
- The program is accessible via the National Institute of Health (NIH) website.
Conclusions:
- The developed software offers a freely accessible solution for MRU post-processing.
- This tool can aid pediatric uroradiologists in diagnosing conditions like hydronephrosis.
- The availability of this software facilitates advanced analysis of MRU examinations.
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