Using Deep Learning to Emulate the Use of an External Contrast Agent in Cardiovascular 4D Flow MRI.

Journal: Journal of magnetic resonance imaging : JMRI
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Although contrast agents would be beneficial, they are seldom used in four-dimensional (4D) flow magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) due to potential side effects and contraindications.

Authors

  • Mariana Bustamante
    Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.
  • Federica Viola
    Division of Diagnostics and Specialist Medicine, Department of Health Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.
  • Carl-Johan Carlhäll
    Division of Diagnostics and Specialist Medicine, Department of Health Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.
  • Tino Ebbers
    Division of Diagnostics and Specialist Medicine, Department of Health Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.