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Phase Contrast Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Rat Common Carotid Artery
Published on: September 5, 2018
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Cardiovascular magnetic resonance phase contrast imaging
Krishna S Nayak1, Jon-Fredrik Nielsen2, Matt A Bernstein3
1Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California, 3740 McClintock Ave, EEB 406, Los Angeles, California, 90089-2564, USA. knayak@usc.edu.
Summary
This review covers advancements in cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) phase contrast imaging. It details current methods, clinical uses, and future research directions for this vital cardiovascular diagnostic tool.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Medical Physics
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) phase contrast imaging has evolved significantly.
- Improvements in calibration, visualization, and analysis are key drivers of progress.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of current CMR phase contrast imaging.
- To discuss established and emerging clinical applications.
- To highlight the impact of technological advancements.
Main Methods:
- Review of state-of-the-art CMR phase contrast imaging techniques.
- Analysis of current clinical performance data.
- Exploration of emerging research and clinical applications.
Main Results:
- Significant advancements in CMR phase contrast imaging methodology.
- Established clinical utility with documented performance.
- Emerging applications leveraging the latest technology.
Conclusions:
- CMR phase contrast imaging is a rapidly advancing field.
- Current technology supports robust clinical applications.
- Future research promises expanded diagnostic capabilities.
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