Contrast-enhanced MR angiography

Abdom Imaging. 1998 Sep-Oct;23(5):469-84. doi: 10.1007/s002619900384.

Abstract

Gadolinium-enhanced MRA in the abdomen provides a safe, fast, and cost-efficient alternative to conventional diagnostic angiography. Numerous recent advances allow for high-resolution breath-hold imaging with optimal arterial-phase gadolinium bolus timing. As the technique is refined further, greater spatial and temporal resolution will become possible, thus increasing the usefulness of Gd-MRA.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abdomen / blood supply*
  • Angiography
  • Artifacts
  • Contrast Media* / administration & dosage
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Gadolinium DTPA / administration & dosage
  • Humans
  • Image Enhancement* / methods
  • Injections, Intravenous
  • Magnetic Resonance Angiography* / methods
  • Respiration
  • Safety
  • Time Factors

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Gadolinium DTPA