Cardiac imaging: Part 1, MR pulse sequences, imaging planes, and basic anatomy.

Autor: Ginat DT; Department of Imaging Science, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rm 3-4330, Rochester, NY 14642, USA. ginatd01@gmail.com, Fong MW, Tuttle DJ, Hobbs SK, Vyas RC
Jazyk: angličtina
Zdroj: AJR. American journal of roentgenology [AJR Am J Roentgenol] 2011 Oct; Vol. 197 (4), pp. 808-15.
DOI: 10.2214/AJR.10.7231
Abstrakt: Objective: MRI is a well-established modality for evaluating congenital and acquired cardiac diseases. This article reviews the latest pulse sequences used for cardiac MRI. In addition, the standard cardiac imaging planes and corresponding anatomy are described and illustrated.
Conclusion: Familiarity with the basic pulse sequences, imaging planes, and anatomy pertaining to cardiac MRI is essential to formulate optimal protocols and interpretations.
Databáze: MEDLINE