Diffusion imaging with paired CPMG sequences

Magn Reson Imaging. 1988 Nov-Dec;6(6):623-31. doi: 10.1016/0730-725x(88)90084-7.

Abstract

We report a method for mapping apparent diffusion coefficients using two interleaved CPMG sequences. Image slice selection is performed prior to each sequence, allowing the use of non-selective "hard" refocussing pulses. Phase cycling of the slice-selection process for each projection minimizes out-of-slice contributions to echo amplitudes. This permits an accurate evaluation of both T2 and apparent proton self-diffusion coefficients.

MeSH terms

  • Acetone
  • Diffusion
  • Electron Spin Resonance Spectroscopy
  • Gels
  • Image Enhancement / methods*
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Mathematics
  • Models, Structural
  • Temperature
  • Water

Substances

  • Gels
  • Water
  • Acetone