Quantifying Morphology and Physiology of the Human Body Using MRI (Series in Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering)

Book Details

• Author: L. Tugan Muftuler

• Brand: CRC Press

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 525

• Release Date: 02-05-2013

• EAN: 9781439852651

• Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1.4 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
"Quantifying Morphology and Physiology of the Human Body Using MRI" focuses on the growing field of quantitative MRI techniques, which are increasingly being used to enhance diagnostic accuracy in medical imaging. As clinicians and researchers move beyond qualitative image assessments to more objective, data-driven evaluations, this book provides a comprehensive guide to these advanced techniques, bridging the gap in the current body of knowledge.

Covering a broad range of applications, the book explores how MRI is used to quantify changes in the morphology and physiology of various body systems, from the brain to the musculoskeletal system. It goes beyond traditional MRI contrast mechanisms, delving into novel approaches that measure electromagnetic and mechanical properties of tissues.

Each chapter includes detailed information on data acquisition, processing, and analysis methods, as well as clinical applications. The techniques are categorized based on their primary use, such as brain imaging, cancer imaging, and musculoskeletal imaging. The book also discusses emerging methods like diffusion-weighted imaging and diffusion tensor imaging, highlighting their versatility and impact across multiple application areas.

Key topics include:

• Advanced MRI techniques for tissue property measurement

• Diffusion-weighted imaging and diffusion tensor imaging

• Clinical applications across various body systems

• New techniques exploring electromagnetic and mechanical properties of tissues

• Contributions from internationally renowned experts