• Computed Tomography (CT) of the Heart Computed tomography (CT) may be used to detect structural abnormalities of the heart, the sac that envelops the heart (pericardium), major blood vessels, lungs, and supporting structures in. (msdmanuals.com)
  • It is sometimes called conventional angiography to distinguish it from computed tomography (CT) angiography and magnetic. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Although medulloblastoma has a highly characteristic appearance on computed tomography (CT) scanning, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the preferred tool. (medscape.com)
  • Echocardiography and Other Ultrasound Procedures Ultrasonography uses high-frequency (ultrasound) waves bounced off internal structures to produce a moving image. (msdmanuals.com)
  • [ 2 ] Features of FMD that can be identified with Doppler ultrasound include beading, turbulent blood flow and abnormally high speed (velocity) blood flow, and tortuosity or S-shaped arteries. (medscape.com)
  • In some cases, although beading can be seen with duplex ultrasound, it is better appreciated by other types of imaging studies, such as catheter angiography, CTA, or MRA. (medscape.com)
  • Enhanced therapeutic agent delivery through magnetic resonance imaging-monitored focused ultrasound blood-brain barrier disruption for brain tumor treatment: an overview of the current preclinical status. (ncku.edu.tw)
  • Temporal disruption of the BBB by microbubble-enhanced focused ultrasound (FUS) exposure can increase CNS-blood permeability, providing a promising new direction to increase the concentration of therapeutic agents in the brain tumor and improve disease control. (ncku.edu.tw)
  • In surgical transcranial Doppler ultrasound, sound waves are used to obtain images of your head and sometimes your neck. (mayoclinic.org)
  • MRA) is a type of MRI that focuses on blood vessels rather than organs. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Angiography In angiography, x-rays are used to produce detailed images of blood vessels. (msdmanuals.com)
  • MRI exam is safe for people with metal implants, but not for people who have a cochlear implant, metal clips or metal coils placed within blood vessels and a pacemaker. (medindia.net)
  • Changes in blood vessels can be detected as well. (merckmanuals.com)
  • This type of imaging can measure the amount of blood passing through the vessels. (mayoclinic.org)
  • But it may be helpful in identifying problems with blood vessels. (mayoclinic.org)
  • The provider injects dye through the catheter into the blood vessels of your brain. (mayoclinic.org)
  • The contrast conforms to the shape of the blood vessels to make them more visible under X-ray imaging. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Specialists may use this test to evaluate blood flow in blood vessels in your neck. (mayoclinic.org)
  • MRI can be used to see differences between healthy and unhealthy tissue in the brain, spine, joints, abdomen, blood vessels, and other body parts. (vch.ca)
  • The lymphatic system is made up of a fluid called lymph that contains T and B lymphocytes (types of white blood cells made by the spleen), lymph vessels that remove lymph from the blood, and lymph nodes that filter lymph and store white blood cells to help the body fight illness. (scripps.org)
  • Your doctor may use an MRI scan to look at organs, blood vessels, and lymph nodes. (integrisok.com)
  • By 1959, Jay Singer had studied blood flow by NMR relaxation time measurements of blood in living humans. (wikipedia.org)
  • Blood oxygenation level-dependent magnetic resonance imaging (BOLD-MRI) is the most promising imaging technique to monitor renal tissue oxygenation in humans. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Comparison of cerebral blood flow acquired by simultaneous [15O]water positron emission tomography and arterial spin labeling magnetic resonance imaging. (ox.ac.uk)
  • Until recently, no direct comparison between [(15)O]water positron emission tomography (PET) and arterial spin labeling (ASL) for measuring cerebral blood flow (CBF) was possible. (ox.ac.uk)
  • Instead, angiography is used to diagnose FMD only if other imaging studies have been unclear or if a procedure is needed (such as angioplasty). (medscape.com)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is the precursor of fMRI, which has been extensively used for studying anatomy of the brain. (medindia.net)
  • fMRI also uses the same but measures the blood flow inside the brain. (medindia.net)
  • Therefore, fMRI can capture images of the active regions of the brain by measuring the blood flow, the volume of blood and the amount of oxygen used which is called as the Blood-Oxygen-Level-Dependant (BOLD) signal. (medindia.net)
  • The fMRI measures the magnetic signal from hydrogen nuclei in water (H2O). (medindia.net)
  • Resting state fMRI (rs-fMRI) detects spontaneous fluctuations in the brain's blood flow that are analyzed for synchrony, to identify anatomically distinct but functionally connected regions of the brain, called resting state networks (RSNs). (akcchf.org)
  • Ten epileptic dogs that are not receiving any anti-seizure medications and ten neurologically normal dogs will undergo fMRI and image analysis to identify and compare RSNs. (akcchf.org)
  • Then, features of Brownian movement of brain water molecules, brain cell injury, local dynamic cerebral blood perfusion, tissue microvascular distribution, and biochemical metabolism at the lesion site are all demonstrated noninvasively [ 11 , 12 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Twelve patients with biopsy-proven high-grade neoplasms and 10 patients with biopsy-proven low-grade neoplasms underwent dynamic susceptibility contrast MR perfusion imaging (TR/TE, 1500/80) after bolus infusion of 0.2 mmol/kg of MR contrast material. (nih.gov)
  • Medulloblastomas may present with heterogeneous imaging aspects and specific phenotypic radiologic features that may reflect tumor histological and biological characteristics. (medscape.com)
  • Magnetic resonance examination is characterized by multidirectional and external parametric imaging, which can clearly show the lesions of tumor soft tissue and microvessels [ 9 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Consequently, MR imaging technology has been widely applied in the evaluation of postoperative tumor relapse in patients who receive neurosurgery operations such as meningioma. (hindawi.com)
  • Tumor markers are released into the blood by organs, tissues, or tumor cells in the body. (oncolink.org)
  • Two measures of permeability were performed: mean value of highest permeability found on three images through the tumor (mean regional value) and highest value found at any region of interest in the tumor (single area of maximum permeability). (nih.gov)
  • Vomiting blood or passing blood in your stool may be a sign of rapid bleeding from the tumor. (newhopemedicalcenter.com)
  • An MRI is a diagnostic tool that creates detailed images of organs and tissues in the body. (tgh.org)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a diagnostic test that creates detailed images of organs and tissues in the body, using a magnetic field and computer-generated radio waves. (tgh.org)
  • Blood carries oxygen and other important substances to the body's cells and organs, including the brain. (kidshealth.org)
  • My interdisciplianry research team is focused on the development of innovative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and spectroscopy methods to characterise the structure, function and physiology of human tissues and organs through non-invasive and repeatable scans. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • When blood clots break away (called an embolism ) from the area they're meant to protect, they can endanger other organs. (medbroadcast.com)
  • It's placed into the mouth or the rectum to reach the digestive tract, where it creates images of the digestive tract and nearby tissue and organs, helping your doctor tell the difference between benign and malignant tumors. (integrisok.com)
  • Small amounts of manganese are used in a pharmaceutical product called mangafodipir trisodium (MnDPDP) to improve lesion detection in magnetic resonance imaging of body organs. (cdc.gov)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides a more accurate assessment, as well as earlier detection of lesions. (medscape.com)
  • We investigated whether the BBB status in white matter lesions may be indirectly ascertained via examination of features on T1- and T2-weighted images obtained before the injection of a contrast agent. (ajnr.org)
  • In many cases, breakdown of the BBB in acute MS lesions may be inferred without the need to inject an MR imaging contrast agent. (ajnr.org)
  • 1 MR imaging is crucial in the identification of new lesions, which often coincide with disturbance of the BBB but that are also associated with the presence of interstitial or intramyelinic edema. (ajnr.org)
  • Gadolinium contrast-enhancing lesions on brain MR imaging form a critical component of the current diagnostic criteria 3 and are commonly used as outcome measures in clinical trials in the evaluation of new disease-modifying therapies. (ajnr.org)
  • During the scan, the machine will create a strong magnetic field around you, directing radio waves at your body. (tgh.org)
  • The MRI scan normally takes between 30 to 75 minutes, depending on what images are needed from the scan. (rbht.nhs.uk)
  • A CT scan uses a series of X-rays to create a detailed image of your brain. (mayoclinic.org)
  • We are developing advanced scan methods to image the distribution of lithium in patients who take lithium carbonate as treatment for bipolar disorder. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • A magnetic resonance image scan of the right sacrum suggested osteomyelitis. (cdc.gov)
  • Because of strong magnetic fields, no metals or electronic devices should be brought into the scan room, as they can create a safety hazards and cause image artifacts. (medscape.com)
  • Ultrasonographic findings (see the images below) are often reliably helpful in the diagnosis of the disease causing fetal hydrops, especially in fetuses in whom a chest mass or cardiac disease is present. (medscape.com)
  • Furthermore, factors such as increased government initiatives and funding for medical device research, rising demand for accurate diagnosis, awareness of the negative effects of radiation imaging, the ability to provide in-depth images of soft tissues and vascular systems, and the presence of pharmaceutical behemoths all contribute to the region's market growth. (medgadget.com)
  • These images are an initial imaging step in diagnosing heart failure and cannot capture all the details needed for a formal diagnosis. (stroke.org)
  • The development of effective neuroprotection methods and the establishment of reliable imaging modalities for an early and accurate diagnosis of the extent and degree of the ischemia are imperative. (nih.gov)
  • 2 MR imaging is a centerpiece of MS diagnosis. (ajnr.org)
  • On CT scans, posterior fossa images often are degraded by beam-hardening artifacts. (medscape.com)
  • Our 7Li-MRI scans allow MR imaging of this pharmaceutical agent in its target organ, allowing direct but non-invasive measurement of how the concentration of lithium varies across the brain and over time. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • I am Director of the Centre for In Vivo Imaging , which represents Newcastle University's in vivo imaging portfolio. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) In magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a strong magnetic field and very high frequency radio waves are used to produce highly detailed images. (msdmanuals.com)
  • MRI), a powerful magnetic field and radio waves are used to produce detailed images of the heart and chest. (msdmanuals.com)
  • An MRI uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the brain. (mayoclinic.org)
  • International efforts such as the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) action 'Magnetic Resonance Imaging Biomarkers for Chronic Kidney Disease' (PARENCHIMA) are aiming to harmonize this process, to facilitate the introduction of this technique in clinical practice in the near future. (elsevierpure.com)
  • The factors leading to image contrast (differences in tissue relaxation time values) had been described nearly 20 years earlier by physician and scientist Erik Odeblad and Gunnar Lindström. (wikipedia.org)
  • For CT and MRI of the digestive tract, doctors may give people substances that can be seen on the imaging test (contrast agents) to help distinguish one tissue or structure from its surroundings. (merckmanuals.com)
  • At present, the main method of imaging assessment of meningioma invasion of brain tissue is also MRI. (hindawi.com)
  • It may also burst or rupture, spilling blood into the surrounding tissue (called a hemorrhage). (nih.gov)
  • Clots (or thrombi ) that block the arteries and prevent flow of blood and oxygen to an organ can lead to areas of tissue damage ( infarcts ). (medbroadcast.com)
  • Radiography remains the first choice in imaging RA. (medscape.com)
  • The market is divided into diagnostic imaging centres, hospitals and clinics, research laboratories, and pharmaceutical and biotechnology businesses, depending on the end-user. (medgadget.com)
  • According to the guidelines of the European Society of Neuro-Oncology, the main diagnostic method for meningioma is magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). (hindawi.com)
  • Image quality was evaluated by a single observer using a four-point scale (1: non-diagnostic, 2: fair, 3: good, 4: excellent) for the LV free wall, septum, RV free wall and RV trabeculae. (biomedcentral.com)
  • In returning to their relaxed state, hydrogen atoms also generate a radiofrequency pulse, which is detected and converted into an image that can be used for diagnostic purposes. (medscape.com)
  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) is diagnosed on the basis of clinical findings and supporting evidence from ancillary tests, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain and spinal cord and cerebrospinal fluid examination. (medscape.com)
  • Blood cultures and cerebrospinal fluid yielded Salmonella serotype Rubislaw. (cdc.gov)
  • Power Doppler image shows hyperemic blood flow in the flexor tendon sheath in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis of the hands. (medscape.com)
  • The biopsy needle is seen as a straight echogenic line on the left side of the image in an oblique orientation. (medscape.com)
  • Specifically, hydrogen atoms, which have their own magnetic field based on the direction of their spin, are aligned to a strong magnetic field generated by the MRI machine. (medscape.com)
  • Magnetic resonance (MR) enterography is similar to CT enterography in that people drink a contrast agent before pictures are taken of their small intestine. (merckmanuals.com)
  • Two VASO images with identical imaging parameters are acquired before and after contrast agent injection, resulting in a subtracted image that reflects the amount of blood present in the brain, i.e. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • Gadolinium contrast adds considerable expense to the evaluation of MS by MR imaging, both for the contrast agent itself and for the additional scanning time necessary to obtain the postgadolinium images. (ajnr.org)
  • MRI sequences such as diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) with apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) maps and spectroscopic studies have improved quantitative analysis and provided potential for correlating image findings with medulloblastoma molecular subtypes. (medscape.com)
  • With the introduction of widespread immunoprophylaxis for red blood cell alloimmunization and the use of in utero transfusions for immune hydrops therapy, IHF represents a minority of cases. (medscape.com)
  • She required multiple transfusions of blood products, all of which were WNV RNA negative by mpNAT. (cdc.gov)
  • The increased So it has been suggested that a direct Sample size iron deposition coming from multiple estimation of heart iron overload using life-long transfusions and enhanced heart T2* imaging is more useful in The primary outcome of interest was iron absorption leads to organ dysfunc- evaluating the state of heart iron over- the relation between ferritin and liver tion [3,4]. (who.int)
  • Ischemic strokes (strokes caused by blood clots blocking an artery that supplies the blood to the brain) can be due to blood clots that have formed in the heart as a result of rhythm disorders known as atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter . (medbroadcast.com)
  • Blood clotting problems and rare blood disorders also cause blood clots to form, but the cause of blood clots is not always known. (medbroadcast.com)
  • Improvements in survival have been achieved over the last 40 years due to iron chelation therapy and iron assessment by serum ferritin, and liver/cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques ( 3 3. (scielo.br)
  • Tests that examine the liver and the blood are used to detect and diagnose liver cancer . (oncolink.org)
  • An increased level of AFP in the blood may be a sign of liver cancer. (oncolink.org)
  • These blood tests measure the amounts of certain substances released into the blood by the liver. (oncolink.org)
  • Images may be taken at three different times after the dye is injected, to get the best picture of abnormal areas in the liver. (oncolink.org)
  • These are blood tests that help show how well the liver is working. (integrisok.com)
  • Although regular blood transfusion the liver and heart MRI T2* readings and written consent was received from has increased the survival rate among among patients, different degrees of all patients whose records were used. (who.int)
  • Blood tests performed in the mother can provide information regarding Rh and other immune causes of hydrops fetalis, as well as evidence of infection and metabolic diseases. (medscape.com)
  • Blood tests. (cdc.gov)
  • These types of aneurysms are usually detected during imaging tests for other medical conditions. (nih.gov)
  • Further imaging tests will likely be needed after a chest X-ray. (stroke.org)
  • Blood tests: To determine if blood cells are normal in number and appearance and if blood chemistry is normal. (mdanderson.org)
  • If you have been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, certain blood tests may help doctors determine your outlook. (mdanderson.org)
  • In modern terms, it was only proton-density (not relaxation times) imaging, which was also slow, since only one gradient direction was used at a time and the imaging had to be done slice-by-slice. (wikipedia.org)
  • MRI is particularly useful for the imaging of soft tissues. (medscape.com)
  • The history of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) includes the work of many researchers who contributed to the discovery of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and described the underlying physics of magnetic resonance imaging, starting early in the twentieth century. (wikipedia.org)
  • Our projects span the intersection of magnetic resonance physics, bioscience and clinical research, and aim to develop reliable and valuable quantitative measurements for implementation in clinical research and development into robust tools used in clinical practice. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • It is a newer technology that can measure the metabolic changes inside the brain and also the abnormalities which are not possible using other conventional imaging techniques. (medindia.net)
  • Overview of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Coronary artery disease is a condition in which the blood supply to the heart muscle is partially or completely blocked. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Overview of Peripheral Arterial Disease Peripheral arterial disease results in reduced blood flow in the arteries of the trunk, arms, and legs. (msdmanuals.com)
  • The market for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems is divided into four categories: type, field strength, disease application, and end-user. (medgadget.com)
  • The Americas is the market leader and has a promising market for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems, owing to the increased prevalence of cardiovascular, neurological, and ocular problems associated with the growing elderly population, which is a key cause of this disease. (medgadget.com)
  • Follow-up blood disease of kangaroos (7). (cdc.gov)
  • Blood thinners are typically recommended if you've been diagnosed with moyamoya disease and you have mild or no symptoms. (mayoclinic.org)
  • These drugs can help manage blood pressure, which is essential in people with moyamoya disease to prevent blood vessel damage. (mayoclinic.org)
  • I lead projects on the development and application of new lung ventilation imaging methods that can quantify lung function and detect changes due to lung disease and the impacts of therapies. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • By producing 3D images of ventilation properties over the entire lung we can detect subtle, regional changes that are a precursor to more serious lung disease, or make earlier detection of improvements in lung function in response to therapy. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • Complications include ischemic stroke caused by a lack of blood flow, bleeding in your brain and death. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Cardiac T2* magnetic resonance for prediction of cardiac complications in thalassemia major. (scielo.br)
  • She had no immediate post-transplant complications, received no blood products, and was discharged home on day 3. (cdc.gov)
  • These practice guidelines, prepared by the Scientific Committee of Associação Brasileira de Thalassemia (ABRASTA), presents a review of the literature regarding iron overload assessment (by imaging and laboratory exams) and the role of T2* magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to control iron overload and iron chelation therapy, with evidence-based recommendations for each clinical situation. (scielo.br)
  • In fact, our MRI imaging has received the gold seal of accreditation from the American College of Radiology, based on our commitment to excellence for patient safety, imaging technology and personnel qualifications. (tgh.org)
  • In this case, the arterial walls slowly thicken, harden, and narrow over time until blood flow is reduced. (medbroadcast.com)
  • Furthermore, awareness of the advantages of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Systems over radiation imaging, as well as the ability of residents to afford diagnostics, are driving market expansion. (medgadget.com)
  • It is a phenomenon in which the atoms in the body emit electromagnetic radiation in response to a magnetic field. (medindia.net)
  • Your technician will cover parts of your body they want to protect from the radiation used to take X-ray images. (stroke.org)
  • The timed combination of a slice-selective and a non-selective preparation improves the infarct/blood contrast by decoupling their relaxation curves thereby nulling both the blood and the non-infarcted myocardium. (duke.edu)
  • In this work, a novel approach is presented for accurate measurement of absolute CBV (aCBV) using vascular-space-occupancy (VASO) MRI, a blood-nulling pulse sequence, in combination with the T 1 shortening property of Gd-DTPA. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • arteriovenous malformations (snarled tangles of arteries and veins in the brain that disrupt blood flow. (nih.gov)
  • A health care provider may inject a dye into a blood vessel to view your arteries and veins and highlight blood circulation. (mayoclinic.org)
  • When a blood clot ( thrombus ) forms in one or more arteries that supply blood to the heart, it blocks the blood flow to a part of the heart muscle, reducing or completely cutting off the oxygen supply to the cells in that area. (medbroadcast.com)
  • Some blood clots may form in a narrowed artery as a result of atherosclerosis , commonly known as hardening of the arteries. (medbroadcast.com)
  • Quantitative determination of cerebral blood volume (CBV) is important for understanding brain physiology and pathophysiology. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • The hallmark of multifocal FMD is the "string of beads" appearance of the artery (see the image below). (medscape.com)
  • A cerebral aneurysm (also known as a brain aneurysm) is a weak or thin spot on an artery in the brain that balloons or bulges out and fills with blood. (nih.gov)
  • A saccular aneurysm is a rounded sac containing blood, that is attached to a main artery or one of its branches. (nih.gov)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and histological studies in rat focal ischemia models using transient middle cerebral artery (MCA) occlusion indicate that reperfusion after an ischemic episode of 2- to 3-hour duration does not result in reduction of the size of the infarct. (nih.gov)
  • In the treatment of acute ischemic stroke, immediate recanalization of the occluded artery, using systemic or local thrombolysis, is optimal for restoring the blood flow and rescuing the ischemic brain from complete infarction. (nih.gov)
  • If they tear, a blood clot may form, completely blocking the already narrowed artery and shutting off oxygen to part of the heart or brain. (medbroadcast.com)
  • These clots can break away (called emboli ) from a blood vessel and cause a pulmonary embolism if they travel to the lung. (medbroadcast.com)
  • The technology provides a dark blood delayed enhancement technique that improves the visualization of subendocardial infarcts that may otherwise be disguised by the bright blood pool. (duke.edu)
  • It is most commonly detected as enhancement on MR imaging performed with contrast agents that are costly and occasionally toxic. (ajnr.org)
  • We considered 93 brain MR imaging studies on 16 patients that included T1-, T2-, and T2-weighted FLAIR images and predicted voxel wise enhancement after intravenous injection of a gadolinium chelate. (ajnr.org)
  • Among many other researchers in the late 1970s and 1980s, Peter Mansfield further refined the techniques used in MR image acquisition and processing, and in 2003 he and Lauterbur were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their contributions to the development of MRI. (wikipedia.org)
  • A 3T MR-BrainPET scanner was used for the simultaneous acquisition of pseudo-continuous ASL (pCASL) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and [(15)O]water PET. (ox.ac.uk)
  • This article represents an extensive overview of the studies performed in this field, summarizes the strengths and weaknesses of the technique, provides recommendations about patient preparation, image acquisition and analysis, and suggests clinical applications and future developments. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Después de ayudar a la madre en una posición cómoda apropiada en la mesa de resonancia magnética, configure el instrumento para realizar un examen localizador para localizar el cuerpo fetal a una resolución de 0.9 por 0.9 por 10 centímetros cúbicos, un tiempo de eco de cinco milisegundos, un tiempo de repetición de 15 milisegundos, un campo de visión de 450 por 450 milímetros cuadrados y seis cortes. (jove.com)
  • Establezca los parámetros para ejecutar un examen de localizador refinado para localizar la vasculatura fetal con el grupo de cortes centrado en el corazón fetal a una resolución de 1.1 por 1.1 por seis milímetros cúbicos, tiempo de eco de 2.69 milisegundos, tiempo de repetición de 1335.4 milisegundos, un campo de visión de 350 por 350 milímetros cuadrados, 10 cortes y una orientación axial al feto. (jove.com)
  • To demonstrate and describe fetal head molding and brain shape changes during delivery, we used three-dimensional (3D) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and 3D finite element mesh reconstructions to compare the fetal head between prelabor and the second stage of labor. (plos.org)
  • Varying degrees of fetal head molding were present in the infants of all seven patients studied during the second phase of labor compared with the images acquired before birth. (plos.org)
  • With this in mind, we performed sequential Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) imaging and 3D reconstruction of the fetal skull and brain in a series of normal pregnancies with planned vaginal deliveries before the onset of labor and then during the second stage of labor. (plos.org)
  • The goal of treatment is to reduce your symptoms and improve brain blood flow. (mayoclinic.org)
  • In this project we combined a clinically-relevant model of migraine with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), to further identify brain areas involved in the generation of migraine and its symptoms. (europa.eu)
  • Under the guidance and monitoring of MR imaging, a brain drug-delivery platform can be developed to control and monitor therapeutic agent distribution and kinetics. (ncku.edu.tw)
  • While currently used methods are sufficient for many patients, this technology can be used to improve imaging in patients with small difficult-to-detect subendocardial infarcts. (duke.edu)
  • Unfortunately, different methods are used to prepare patients, acquire MRI data and analyse the BOLD images. (elsevierpure.com)
  • We are developing new methods to image lung ventilation properties, using 19 F-MRI of MR-visible gases that can safely be inhaled. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • our interdisciplinary research team brings together physicists, bioscientists, clinical scientists and clinicians to demonstrate the clinical utilities of these new lung imaging methods, and we work with healthcare and industrial partners to advance our technologies into use in routine clinical practice. (ncl.ac.uk)