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Cardiovascular imaging with nuclear magnetic resonance.
Cardiology Clinics
|August 1, 1983
Summary
This article illustrates cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) techniques, including gating, cross-sectional imaging, and flow signal analysis. It explores myocardial characterization and the potential for metabolic imaging and blood flow quantification using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR).
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Medical Physics
Background:
- Previous article outlined fundamental concepts.
- This article provides practical examples and illustrations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To illustrate cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) applications.
- To demonstrate myocardial characterization techniques.
- To explore advanced imaging possibilities.
Main Methods:
- Detailed examples of gating and cross-sectional imaging.
- Illustration of flow signal acquisition and analysis.
- Consideration of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) for metabolic imaging.
Main Results:
- Numerous illustrations provided for image display.
- Examples cover myocardial characterization, including ischemic injury.
- Potential for quantitative blood flow assessment discussed.
Conclusions:
- The article visually demonstrates CMR capabilities.
- Highlights the utility of NMR in cardiac assessment.
- Emphasizes the importance of detailed imaging for diagnosis.