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Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Medicine
Kernspin-Tomographie für die medizinische Diagnostik
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Abstract
Introduction to magnetic resonance imaging and its application in medicine.
Objective
Introduction to magnetic resonance imaging and its application in medicine.
Content
Introduction to magnetic resonance imaging: Basic phenomena of nuclear magnetic resonance; 2- and 3-dimensional imaging procedures; fast and parallel imaging techniques; imgae reconstruction; pulse sequences and imgae contrast. MRI equipment and installation. Modern techniques for the assessment of tissue and organ function: Identification of activated brain areas (BOLD fMRI); perfusion and diffusion; diffunsion tensor imaging (DTI) and fiber tracking; assessment of heart motion; angiography and blood flow quantification; contrast agents;localized magnetic resonance spectroscopy and spectroscopic imaging. Diagnostic applications and appliocations in research. MRI equipment and installation. Interventional MRI. Biologic risks and limitations.
Resources
Lecture Notes
P. Boesiger, D. MeierMagnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy (Ed. 3.0, 2005)
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DS , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Kernspin-Tomographie für die medizinische Diagnostik |
|
3 h weekly |