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Fabrication of Decellularized Cartilage-derived Matrix Scaffolds
Published on: January 7, 2019
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[Biochemical cartilage imaging-update 2019]
S Trattnig1, M Raudner2, M Schreiner3
1Exzellenzzentrum für Hochfeld MR, Universitätsklinik für Radiologie und Nuklearmedizin, Medizinische Universität Wien, Lazarettgasse 14, 1090, Wien, Österreich. Siegfried.Trattnig@akhwien.at.
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|June 13, 2019
Summary
Advanced biochemical MRI techniques enable early, quantitative detection of cartilage damage, crucial for treatment planning and monitoring repair. These methods offer predictive insights beyond conventional imaging.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Imaging
- Radiology
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is vital for early cartilage damage detection.
- Biochemical MR methods are essential for accurate cartilage assessment and treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review advanced cartilage imaging using biochemical MR techniques.
- To present clinical applications and benefits over conventional MRI.
Main Methods:
- Literature search of PubMed for biochemical and morphological MR imaging studies.
- Focus on clinical applications of various biochemical MR methods.
Main Results:
- T2 mapping is clinically feasible; T1rho is more demanding.
- dGEMRIC use is restricted due to gadolinium concerns.
- Sodium imaging is sensitive to glycosaminoglycans but field-strength limited.
- Biochemical MRI detects degeneration before morphological changes and offers predictive markers.
Conclusions:
- Biochemical MRI shifts cartilage imaging from qualitative to quantitative.
- It is crucial for early diagnosis, monitoring disease-modifying drugs, and as a predictive biomarker.
- Biochemical MRI assesses cartilage repair surgery efficacy for hyaline-like cartilage development.
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