Breast MRI has emerged as a valuable adjunct to the conventional imaging modalities in the detection of primary and recurrent breast cancer. Yet, most radiologists who rely on MRI do not have knowledge of the fundamentals so essential to achieving and maintaining high image quality. With a focus on the basic imaging principles of breast MRI rather than on mathematical equations, this book takes a practical approach to imaging protocols that helps radiologists increase their diagnostic effectiveness. The text walks the reader through the basics of MRI, making it especially accessible to beginners. From a detailed outline of equipment prerequisites for obtaining high quality breast MRI to instructions on how to optimize image quality, expanded discussions on how to obtain optimized dynamic information, and explanations of good and bad imaging techniques, the book covers the topics that are most relevant to performing breastMRI. Author Dr. Hendrick is a renowned educator and researcher in breast imaging. Provides step-by-step instructions to establish breast MRI protocols and maximize image quality. Contains numerous examples of good and poor breast MR imaging. Offers an in-depth explanation of the technical aspects of breast MR imaging INDICE: Fundamentals of MRI. Tissue Relaxation. Spatial Resolution in MRI.Pulse Sequences: Spin-echo. Gradient Echo Sequences and 3D Imaging. Fast-spinEcho, Echo Planar, Inversion Recovery, and STIR Imaging. Signal, Noise, Signal-to-Noise, and Contrast-to-Noise Ratios. Contrast Agents in the Breast. Breast MRI Acquisition Protocols. Image Post-processing Protocols. Artifacts and Errors in Breast MRI. MRI Safety and Patient Considerations. New Developments inBreast MRI.
- ISBN: 978-0-387-73506-1
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 254
- Fecha Publicación: 01/01/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés