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MR Imaging of Lungs and Airways in Children:: Past and Present

Mark C Liszewski1, Pierluigi Ciet2, Edward Y Lee3

  • 1Division of Pediatric Radiology, Departments of Radiology and Pediatrics, The Children's Hospital at Montefiore and Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 111 East 210th Street, Bronx, NY 10467, USA.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinics of North America
|March 27, 2019
PubMed

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is now a viable tool for pediatric lung and airway evaluation, overcoming previous technical challenges. This review covers modern MRI techniques and findings for common pediatric chest disorders.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Radiology
  • Thoracic Imaging
  • Medical Imaging Techniques

Background:

  • Historically, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) use in pediatric lung and airway evaluation was limited due to technical challenges and suboptimal image quality.
  • Recent advancements have significantly improved MRI capabilities for examining the chest in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current techniques and protocols for pediatric MR imaging of the lungs and airways.
  • To discuss MRI findings associated with common lung and airway disorders in pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Review of up-to-date Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) techniques.
  • Discussion of established protocols for pediatric thoracic MRI.
  • Synthesis of imaging findings for prevalent pediatric chest conditions.

Main Results:

  • Modern MRI techniques offer feasible and effective imaging of pediatric lungs and airways.
  • Specific MRI findings aid in diagnosing common pediatric thoracic disorders.
  • Image quality has improved, making MRI a valuable diagnostic tool.

Conclusions:

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an increasingly feasible and valuable tool for evaluating pediatric lung and airway diseases.
  • This review provides essential information on current MRI protocols and findings for pediatric thoracic imaging.
Keywords:
AirwayChildrenLungMagnetic resonance imagingPediatric patients

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