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In-plane flow velocity quantification along the phase encoding axis in MRI.

J L Duerk1, P M Pattany

  • 1Cleveland Metropolitan General Hospital, Radiology Dept., Ohio 44109.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging
|May 1, 1988
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This study introduces a novel MRI technique for precise in-plane flow quantification. The motion artifact suppression technique (MAST) enables accurate assessment of blood flow velocity and volume, improving MR angiography.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Fluid Dynamics

Background:

  • In-plane flow quantification in MRI is crucial for assessing vessel patency, volume flow rate, and flow velocity.
  • Current techniques have limitations in accuracy and velocity range for MR angiography.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a novel MRI method for in-plane flow quantification.
  • To improve accuracy and expand velocity measurement limits compared to existing methods.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized motion artifact suppression technique (MAST) gradients for spin refocusing.
  • Encoded velocity along the phase encoding axis, minimizing artifacts and higher-order effects.
  • Conducted flow phantom studies with varying flow rates (0.6-2.5 GPM) and velocities (13.2-55.3 cm/sec).

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Main Results:

  • Achieved accurate flow rate measurements with errors ≤8% across the studied range.
  • Demonstrated elimination or reduction of flow voids due to spin dephasing.
  • Successfully measured velocities within a wider range (13.2-55.3 cm/sec) and Reynolds numbers (2,700-11,500).

Conclusions:

  • The MAST-based MRI technique provides accurate in-plane flow quantification.
  • This method enhances MR angiography capabilities by overcoming limitations of previous techniques.
  • Offers potential for improved clinical assessment of vascular conditions.