From morphology to function: new neuro applications in functional magnetic resonance

Ital J Neurol Sci. 1997 Dec;18(6):367-72. doi: 10.1007/BF02048240.

Abstract

Functional Imaging of the brain is one of the most exciting recent developments in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). It refers to techniques which provide functional information about the human brain which goes beyond morphology. Examples are brain activation studies, perfusion and diffusion imaging. For example, the visualization of activated cortical brain regions during external stimulations or while performing specific tasks opens a completely new perspective for the use of MRI.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Artifacts
  • Brain / pathology*
  • Brain Mapping / methods*
  • Contrast Media
  • Diffusion
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Oxygen / blood
  • Perfusion

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Oxygen