Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Central Nervous System Diseases: Functional Anatomy — Imaging Neurological Symptoms — Pathology

Baer, I.; Huk, Werner J.; Telger, Terry; Baleriaux, D.; Gademann, Günther F.; Bydder, G.M.; Friedmann, G.; Curati, W.L.; Deimling, M.; Goetz, H.; Haerten, R.; Heindel, W.; Hewlett, R.H.; Kraus, E.; Lotz, J.W.; Michelozzi, G.; Mödder, U.; Pasch, T.; Pennock, J.M.; Schajor, W.; Steinbrich, W.; Weinmann, H.J.; Zanella, F.E.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a new and still rapidly developing imaging technique which requires a new approach to image interpreta­ tion. Radiologists are compelled to translate their experience accumulat­ ed from X-ray techniques into the language of MRI, and likewise stu­ dents of radiology and interested clinicians need special training in both languages. Out of this necessity emerged the concept of this book as a manual on the application and evaluation of proton MRI for the radiolo­ gist and as a guide for the referring physician who wants to learn about the diagnostic value of MRI in specific conditions. After a short section on the basic principles of MRI, the contrast mechanisms of present-day imaging techniques, knowledge of which is essential for the analysis of relaxation times, are described in greater de­ tail. This is followed by a demonstration of functional neuroanatomy us­ ing three-dimensional view of MR images and a synopsis of frequent neurological symptoms and their topographic correlations, which will fa­ cilitate examination strategy with respect to both accurate diagnosis and economy.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2011-12-16

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783642725708

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-72568-5

Dimensions: 270.0cm x193.0cm

Pages: 452.0