Analysis of a Deep Learning-Based Superresolution Algorithm Tailored to Partial Fourier Gradient Echo Sequences of the Abdomen at 1.5 T: Reduction of Breath-Hold Time and Improvement of Image Quality.

Journal: Investigative radiology
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Abstract

OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility and impact of a novel deep learning superresolution algorithm tailored to partial Fourier allowing retrospectively theoretical acquisition time reduction in 1.5 T T1-weighted gradient echo imaging of the abdomen.

Authors

  • Saif Afat
    Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Eberhard-Karls-University Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany.
  • Daniel Wessling
    From the Departments of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology.
  • Carmen Afat
    Internal Medicine I, Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen, Tuebingen.
  • Dominik Nickel
    MR Applications Predevelopment, Siemens Healthcare GmbH, Erlangen, Germany.
  • Simon Arberet
    Digital Technology & Innovation, Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Princeton, NJ, USA.
  • Judith Herrmann
    Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Eberhard-Karls-University Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany.
  • Ahmed E Othman
    Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Eberhard-Karls-University Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany; Department of Neuroradiology, University Medical Centre, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, 55131 Mainz, Germany. Electronic address: ahmed.e.othman@googlemail.com.
  • Sebastian Gassenmaier
    Division of Cardiovascular Imaging, Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA.