Description:
Since the first edition of MRI in Practice was published in 1993, the
book has become the standard text for radiographers, technologists,
radiology residents, radiologists and even sales representatives on the
subject of magnetic resonance imaging. This text is essential reading
on postgraduate courses. Furthermore, MRI in Practice has come
to be known as the number one reference book and study guide in the
areas of MR instrumentation, principles, pulse sequences, image
acquisition, and imaging parameters for the advanced level examination
for MRI offered by the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT) in the USA. The book explains in clear terms the theory that
underpins magnetic resonance so that the capabilities and operation of
MRI systems can be fully appreciated and maximized. This third edition
captures recent advances, and coverage includes: parallel imaging
techniques, functional imaging techniques and new sequences such as
balanced gradient echo.
Building on the success of
the first two editions, the authors have now re-conceptualized the
design of the book. The third edition contains a wealth of additional
illustrations and chapter enhancements draw on the depth of the
authors’ experience in delivering MRI education and training. To
promote accessibility of difficult concepts, extended analogies have
been developed to relate the complexities of MRI physics to everyday
phenomena. Learning points are clearly articulated, and frequent
summaries are included to assist the reader in digesting the
information.
Table of Contents: 1. Basic Principles. 2. Image weighting and contrast. 3. Encoding and image formation. 4. Parameters and trade-offs. 5. Pulse sequences. 6. Flow phenomena. 7. Artefacts and their compensation. 8. Vascular and cardiac imaging. 9. Instrumentation and equipment. 10. MRI safety. 11. Contrast agents in MRI. 12. Functional imaging techniques
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