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Diffusion Tensor Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Analysis of Neurodegenerative Diseases

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Published on: July 28, 2013

Magnetic resonance neurography: diffusion tensor imaging and future directions.

Patrick Eppenberger¹, Gustav Andreisek, Avneesh Chhabra

¹Department of Radiology, University Hospital Zurich, Ramistrasse 100, Zurich CH - 8091, Switzerland.

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Summary

Magnetic resonance neurography has advanced significantly due to technological progress. Future developments include functional techniques and novel contrast agents for improved imaging.

Keywords:

Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI)Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI)MR contrast MR neurography (MRN)Magnetization transfer imaging Three-dimensional (3D)Whole-body MR

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Area of Science:

Medical Imaging
Neuroscience
Radiology

Background:

Magnetic resonance (MR) neurography has seen substantial advancements over the last 20 years.
Technological progress in both hardware and software has driven these improvements.

Purpose of the Study:

To present the current state-of-the-art in three-dimensional anatomic MR neurography techniques.
To discuss the advantages and applications of emerging functional MR neurography techniques.
To highlight novel contrast agents and molecular techniques under development.

Main Methods:

Review of current three-dimensional anatomic MR neurography techniques.
Discussion of functional MR neurography techniques and their benefits.
Overview of novel contrast types and molecular imaging approaches.

Main Results:

High-resolution anatomic pulse sequences have improved significantly.
Functional MR neurography techniques are becoming increasingly feasible.
Novel contrast agents and molecular techniques are under development.

Conclusions:

MR neurography is a rapidly evolving field with a promising future.
Advancements in anatomic and functional techniques enhance diagnostic capabilities.
Emerging contrast and molecular methods are expected to further revolutionize neuroimaging.