Three-Dimensional Carotid Plaque MR Imaging
1Vascular Imaging Lab, Department of Radiology, Bio-Molecular Imaging Center, University of Washington, Box 358050, 850 Republican Street, Seattle, WA 98109-4714, USA.
Abstract:
There has been significant progress made in 3-dimensional (3D) carotid plaque MR imaging techniques in recent years. Three-dimensional plaque imaging clearly represents the future in clinical use. With effective flow-suppression techniques, choices of different contrast weighting acquisitions, and time-efficient imaging approaches, 3D plaque imaging offers flexible imaging plane and view angle analysis, large coverage, multivascular beds capability, and even can be used in fast screening.
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