Deep learning-accelerated image reconstruction in back pain-MRI imaging: reduction of acquisition time and improvement of image quality.

Journal: La Radiologia medica
Published Date: Feb 13, 2024

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Low back pain is a global health issue causing disability and missed work days. Commonly used MRI scans including T1-weighted and T2-weighted images provide detailed information of the spine and surrounding tissues. Artificial intelligence showed promise in improving image quality and simultaneously reducing scan time. This study evaluates the performance of deep learning (DL)-based T2 turbo spin-echo (TSE, T2) and T1 TSE (T1) in lumbar spine imaging regarding acquisition time, image quality, artifact resistance, and diagnostic confidence.

Authors

  • Arne Estler
    Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Eberhard-Karls-University, Hoppe-Seyler-Str.3, 72076 Tübingen, Germany.
  • Till-Karsten Hauser
    Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Department of Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Str. 3, 72076 Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany (A.E., T.-K.H., L.Z., V.R., M.Z., U.E., G.G.).
  • Merle Brunnée
    Department of Neuroradiology, Neurological University Clinic, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany (M.B.).
  • Leonie Zerweck
    Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Department of Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Str. 3, 72076 Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany (A.E., T.-K.H., L.Z., V.R., M.Z., U.E., G.G.).
  • Vivien Richter
    Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Department of Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Str. 3, 72076 Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany (A.E., T.-K.H., L.Z., V.R., M.Z., U.E., G.G.).
  • Jessica Knoppik
    Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Department of Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Str. 3, 72076, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
  • Anja Örgel
    Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Department of Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tübingen, Germany.
  • Eva Bürkle
    Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Department of Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Tübingen, Germany.
  • Sasan Darius Adib
    Department of Neurosurgery, University of Tübingen, 72076, Tübingen, Germany.
  • Holger Hengel
    Department of Neurology and Hertie-Institute for Clinical Brain Research, University of Tübingen, 72076, Tübingen, Germany.
  • Konstantin Nikolaou
    Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Eberhard-Karls-University, Hoppe-Seyler-Str.3, 72076 Tübingen, Germany.
  • Ulrike Ernemann
    Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Eberhard-Karls University Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.
  • Georg Gohla
    Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, Department of Radiology, University Hospital Tuebingen, Hoppe-Seyler-Str. 3, 72076 Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany (A.E., T.-K.H., L.Z., V.R., M.Z., U.E., G.G.).

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