Clinical Perfusion Mri

This concise and comprehensive review uniquely contains all the information required to perform and interpret clinical MR perfusion imaging.

Essential reading for both clinicians and researchers, this comprehensive resource covers what you need to know about the basic principles of perfusion, as well as its many clinical applications. Broad coverage outlines the overarching framework that interlinks methods such as DSC, DCE, CTP, and ASL. International experts in the field demonstrate how perfusion and pharmacokinetic imaging can be effectively used to analyze medical conditions, helping you reach accurate diagnoses and monitor disease progression and response to therapy.

Make optimal use of all the latest clinical applications of perfusion imaging! Perfusion Imaging is the first comprehensive resource that encompasses every facet of this important and rapidly advancing area of diagnostic imaging. Authored by an elite cadre of leading perfusion imaging authorities, this clinical reference offers balanced multimodality perspectives to deliver a well-rounded understanding of clinical issues and diagnoses, with a focus on practical clinical applications. In short, Perfusion Imaging provides the expert guidance you need to take advantage of the full capabilities of this powerful diagnostic tool.

Quantitative Perfusion MRI: Techniques, Applications, and Practical Considerations, Volume 11 clearly and carefully explains the basic theory and MRI techniques for quantifying perfusion non-invasively in deep tissue, covering all aspects of perfusion imaging, from acquisition requirements to selection of contrast agents and appropriate pharmacokinetic models and for reliable quantification in different diseases and tissue types. Specifically, this book enables the reader to understand what microvascular functional parameters can be measured with perfusion MRI, learn the basic techniques to measure perfusion in different organs, apply the appropriate perfusion MRI technique to the organ of interest, and much more. This complete reference on quantitative perfusion MRI is highly suitable for both early and experienced researchers, graduate students and clinicians wishing to understand how quantitative perfusion MRI can apply to their application area of interest. Provides a one-stop resource for students and early and experienced researchers on all aspects of quantitative perfusion MRI as written by experts in the field Explains basic theory and MRI techniques Presents a strong focus on the practical considerations that can make or break perfusion MRI Includes applications in oncology, cardiology, neurology and body imaging

This book will familiarize the reader with the basic principles of perfusion MR imaging. Relevant technical aspects, contrast agents, and the postprocessing of images are presented, and imaging protocols are provided. Dedicated software for personal use on the postprocessing of images is provided on a CD-ROM containing hundreds of images and movie clips that demonstrate all concepts. In addition to the technical details of acquisition and postprocessing, numerous examples of the application of these tools in the clinical setting are also shown. In particular, the book includes a discussion of the role of perfusion MRI in the current evaluation of cerebrovascular disease, including an integrative approach using diffusion in conjunction with perfusion imaging. This text covers: all relevant technical aspects of perfusion MR imaging imaging protocols application of these tools in a clinical setting integration of diffusion imaging with perfusion imaging for enhanced diagnostic capabilities Also addressed are the role of perfusion MRI in the assessment of cerebral neoplasia, challenges and opportunities for treatment that tumors present, and the particular strengths of perfusion MRI, such as its relatively high resolution and possible microvascular specificity. For both newcomers and experienced practitioners, this is a nuts-and-bolts description of an important new technique.

This extensively illustrated volume has been specifically geared towards optimal use of MRI systems. The text provides essential theoretical background information: Imaging acquisition and potential pitfalls are also examined in detail. Most importantly, structured guidelines are provided on the interpretation of clinical data in the wide range of cardiac pathology that can be encountered.

In this issue of MRI Clinics, guest editors Drs. Max Wintermark and Ananth Madhuranthakam bring their considerable expertise to the topic of MR Perfusion. Top experts in the field discuss all three MR perfusion techniques (DSC, DCE, and ASL), as well as provide separate articles on evaluation of gliomas, breast cancer, musculoskeletal, prostate, and heart. Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including perfusion imaging for brain tumors; dynamic susceptibility contrast (DSC) MR perfusion; arterial spin labelling (ASL) MR perfusion; MR perfusion imaging of prostate; dynamic contrast-enhanced (DCE) MR perfusion; MR perfusion imaging for breast cancer; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on MR perfusion, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

This updated second edition of Acute Ischemic Stroke: Imaging and Intervention provides a comprehensive account of the state of the art in the diagnosis and treatment of acute ischemic stroke. The basic format of the first edition has been retained, with sections on fundamentals such as pathophysiology and causes, imaging techniques and interventions. However, each chapter has been revised to reflect the important recent progress in advanced neuroimaging and the use of interventional tools. In addition, a new chapter is included on the classification instruments for ischemic stroke and their use in predicting outcomes and therapeutic triage. All of the authors are internationally recognized experts and members of the interdisciplinary stroke team at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The text is supported by numerous informative illustrations, and ease of reference is ensured through the inclusion of suitable tables. This book will serve as a unique source of up-to-date information for neurologists, emergency physicians, radiologists and other health care providers who care for the patient with acute ischemic stroke.