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Abdominal magnetic resonance imaging

T M Harris1, M D Cohen

  • 1Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis.

Pediatric Radiology
|January 1, 1989
PubMed

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This review covers five years of pediatric abdominal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), detailing normal anatomy, pathology, and clinical applications. It also briefly discusses techniques to reduce motion artifacts in pediatric MRI scans.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Pediatric Imaging
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a crucial diagnostic tool in pediatrics.
  • Experience with pediatric abdominal MRI has grown significantly over the past five years.
  • Understanding normal anatomy and common pathologies is essential for accurate diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review five years of clinical experience with pediatric abdominal MRI.
  • To describe normal anatomy and pathological processes of the pediatric abdomen using MRI.
  • To highlight practical clinical applications and artifact reduction techniques in pediatric abdominal MRI.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of pediatric abdominal MRI cases over a five-year period.
  • Organ-by-organ examination of abdominal structures.
  • Description of imaging findings for normal anatomy and pathological conditions.
  • Review of techniques for suppressing motion artifacts.

Main Results:

  • Comprehensive overview of pediatric abdominal anatomy and pathology visualized by MRI.
  • Demonstration of practical clinical utility of MRI in pediatric abdominal diagnostics.
  • Identification of common challenges and solutions, including motion artifact management.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric abdominal MRI is a valuable tool for diagnosing various conditions.
  • Standardized approaches to imaging and artifact reduction enhance diagnostic accuracy.
  • Continued experience refines the application of MRI in pediatric abdominal imaging.

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