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Iterative Denoising Applied to 3D SPACE CAIPIRINHA: A New Approach to Accelerate 3D Brain Examination in Clinical Routine

December 26, 2020 by
High acceleration factors using standard CAIPIRINHA acceleration for cartesian trajectories, in combination with a modern iterative denoising (ID) reconstruction algorithm, can be applied to 3D SPACE, maintaining image sharpness with high SNR, for either reduced scan time or higher spatial resolution. [...]
Filed Under: brain, Clinical Imaging, Clinical Methods & Techniques
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Revisiting the Physics behind MRI and the Opportunities that Lower Field Strengths Offer

December 26, 2020 by
Moving to higher magnetic fields may not always be advantageous in MRI, with sufficient SNR now available on new state of the art low field systems, which feature many advantages not the least of which are reduced artifacts and lower cost. [...]
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Magnetic Resonance Fingerprinting for Precision Imaging in Neuro-Oncology

December 26, 2020 by
MRF represents a paradigm shift for reliable, repeatable, and consistent signal acquisition and modeling. The recent availability of this technique in the clinical realm may have a significant impact on tumor detection, characterization, and effective treatment planning. [...]
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The Next Generation – Advanced Design Low-field MR Systems

December 26, 2020 by
Looking at cost, flexibility, image quality, and accessibility, there is a very bright future for advanced design low-field MR units. [...]
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An Attempt to Reconstruct the History of Gradient-System Technology at Siemens

September 1, 2020 by
This review discusses first the background in terms of development of these agents and safety discussions therein, proceeds to a discussion of NSF and gadolinium deposition in the brain, and concludes with a discussion of the predictable future – specifically reassessment of the use of the linear GBCAs or a subset thereof. [...]
Filed Under: Clinical Imaging, Software & Hardware Updates
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MAGNETOM Free.Max: from Concept to Product, a Brief History of the DryCool Magnet Development

March 3, 2021 by
The DryCool magnet is a highly innovative development which incorporates many new technologies and concepts. The magnet delivers the first 80 cm patient bore in the industry and is a key enabler for the ground-breaking MAGNETOM Free.Max MRI scanner. The magnet minimizes product life-cycle costs and total cost of ownership and virtually eliminates the complex superconducting magnet servicing procedures. [...]
Filed Under: Anatomic Regions, bones, Clinical Imaging, Clinical Methods & Techniques, New Technologies & Advances, spine
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First Experiences with the World’s First MAGNETOM Vida

June 12, 2017 by
This review focuses on 8 critical questions regarding gadolinium deposition in the brain and body, with the answers and discussion therein important for future regulatory decisions and clinical practice. [...]
Filed Under: brain, Clinical Imaging, heart, liver, Software & Hardware Updates, whole body
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Reduced Stress and Consistent Contrastenhanced MRI Scans with Precisely Timed, Automated Injection Enabled by MR-Injector Coupling

September 1, 2020 by
This review discusses first the background in terms of development of these agents and safety discussions therein, proceeds to a discussion of NSF and gadolinium deposition in the brain, and concludes with a discussion of the predictable future – specifically reassessment of the use of the linear GBCAs or a subset thereof. [...]
Filed Under: Clinical Imaging, Contrast Media Updates
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Critical Questions Regarding Gadolinium Deposition in the Brain and Body After Injections of the Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents, Safety, and Clinical Recommendations in Consideration of the EMA’s Pharmacovigilance and Risk Assessment Committee Recommendation for Suspension of the Marketing Authorizations for 4 Linear Agents

May 3, 2017 by
This review focuses on 8 critical questions regarding gadolinium deposition in the brain and body, with the answers and discussion therein important for future regulatory decisions and clinical practice. [...]
Filed Under: Clinical Imaging, Clinical Methods & Techniques, Clinical Updates, Contrast Media Updates, New Technologies & Advances, Software & Hardware Updates
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Safety of the Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Focusing in Part on Their Accumulation in the Brain and Especially the Dentate Nucleus

June 3, 2016 by
This review discusses first the background in terms of development of these agents and safety discussions therein, proceeds to a discussion of NSF and gadolinium deposition in the brain, and concludes with a discussion of the predictable future – specifically reassessment of the use of the linear GBCAs or a subset thereof. [...]
Filed Under: Clinical Imaging, Clinical Methods & Techniques, Clinical Updates, Contrast Media Updates, New Technologies & Advances, Software & Hardware Updates
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Application of Extracellular Gadolinium-based MRI Contrast Agents and the Risk of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis

March 26, 2016 by
Presented is a review of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis and how this influences daily practice (in contrast enhanced magnetic resonance imaging), with specific clinical recommendations. Download PPTX-zip [...]
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Accelerating Clinical MRI in the 21st Century

March 26, 2016 by
The established class of intravenous contrast media for magnetic resonance imaging is the gadolinium chelates, more generally referred to as the gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs). [...]
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Computed Tomography of the Brain – 50 Years of Innovation, With a Focus on the Future

March 26, 2016 by
The established class of intravenous contrast media for magnetic resonance imaging is the gadolinium chelates, more generally referred to as the gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs). [...]
Filed Under: Clinical Imaging, Clinical Methods & Techniques, Clinical Updates, Contrast Media Updates, Software & Hardware Updates
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Safety of the Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Focusing in Part on Their Accumulation in the Brain and Especially the Dentate Nucleus

March 26, 2016 by
The established class of intravenous contrast media for magnetic resonance imaging is the gadolinium chelates, more generally referred to as the gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs). [...]
Filed Under: brain, Clinical Imaging, Clinical Methods & Techniques, Clinical Updates, Contrast Media Updates
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