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Cine magnetic resonance imaging: tomographic analysis of left ventricular function
S Wagner1, P Buser, W Auffermann
1Department of Radiology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging [MRI] Section, University of California, San Francisco.
Cardiology Clinics
|August 1, 1989
Summary
Cine magnetic resonance imaging offers a noninvasive way to measure heart ventricle function. This technique aids in tracking cardiac disease progression and treatment effectiveness over time.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Assessing cardiac function is crucial for managing heart disease.
- Traditional methods may be invasive or limited in scope.
- Noninvasive imaging techniques are needed for longitudinal patient monitoring.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the utility of cine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for quantitative cardiac function assessment.
- To highlight the advantages of cine MRI in evaluating ventricular and valvular function.
- To discuss the application of cine MRI in monitoring cardiac disease and therapy response.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing cine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for data acquisition.
- Employing quantitative analysis to assess three-dimensional functional geometry of the ventricles.
- Focusing on noninvasive evaluation of cardiac structures and dynamics.
Main Results:
- Cine MRI enables precise quantitation of ventricular geometry and function.
- The noninvasive nature facilitates serial assessments for disease monitoring.
- The technique proves effective for evaluating left ventricular and valvular performance.
Conclusions:
- Cine magnetic resonance imaging is a valuable tool for noninvasive cardiac function quantitation.
- Its application supports the monitoring of cardiac disease evolution and therapeutic outcomes.
- The technique offers significant advantages for comprehensive cardiac evaluation.