Magnetic resonance angiography of abdominal vessels at 3 T

Top Magn Reson Imaging. 2010 Jun;21(3):189-97. doi: 10.1097/RMR.0b013e318228ca49.

Abstract

Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) has evolved significantly since first described in the early 1990s. Unrivaled image quality and freedom from artifacts has made it a reliable and widely utilized technique. Imaging at 3 T offers the potential for higher resolutions images with better temporal resolution compared to 1.5 T. This article will review the technique and contrast agents required to perform MRA at 3 T and the relevant clinical applications. We also discuss non-contrast enhanced MRA in the era of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis and future prospect for MRA at 3 T.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abdomen / blood supply*
  • Contrast Media
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional*
  • Magnetic Resonance Angiography / methods*
  • Male
  • Radiation Effects
  • Radiographic Image Enhancement*
  • Risk Assessment
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Whole Body Imaging / adverse effects
  • Whole Body Imaging / methods

Substances

  • Contrast Media