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Correction to: Consensus-based technical recommendations for clinical translation of renal diffusion-weighted MRI

Alexandra Ljimani1, Anna Caroli2, Christoffer Laustsen3

  • 1Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Medical Faculty, University Dusseldorf, Moorenstr. 5, 40225, Düsseldorf, Germany. alexandra.ljimani@med.uni-duesseldorf.de.

Magma (New York, N.Y.)
|January 29, 2020
PubMed

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This study provides consensus-based technical recommendations for using renal diffusion-weighted MRI in clinical practice. These guidelines aim to standardize the technique for improved diagnostic accuracy in kidney disease.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Radiology
  • Nephrology

Context:

  • Renal diffusion-weighted MRI (DW-MRI) shows promise for non-invasive assessment of kidney diseases.
  • Standardization is crucial for reliable clinical translation of this advanced MRI technique.

Purpose:

  • To establish consensus-based technical recommendations for renal DW-MRI.
  • To facilitate the widespread and accurate clinical adoption of renal DW-MRI.

Summary:

  • The article outlines key technical parameters and quality control measures for renal DW-MRI acquisition.
  • Recommendations cover aspects such as sequence optimization, parameter selection, and image post-processing.
  • Expert consensus was reached through a systematic review and Delphi methodology.

Impact:

  • Standardized renal DW-MRI protocols will enhance diagnostic consistency and comparability across institutions.
  • Improved technical quality is expected to increase the reliability of DW-MRI for evaluating various renal pathologies.
  • Facilitates further research and clinical validation of renal DW-MRI applications.

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