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Diffusion-weighted whole-body imaging with background body signal suppression (DWIBS): features and potential applications in oncology

Year: 2008

Type: review

Abstract: Diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (DWI) provides functional information and can be used for the detection and characterization of pathologic processes, including malignant tumors. The recently introduced concept of "diffusion-weighted whole-body imaging with background body signal suppression" (DWIBS) now allows acquisition of volumetric diffusion-weighted images of the entire body. This new concept has unique features different from conventional DWI and may play an important role in whole-body oncological imaging. This review describes and illustrates the basics of DWI, the features of DWIBS, and its potential applications in oncology.

Source: European Radiology

DOI: 10.1007/s00330-008-0968-z

Authors: Thomas C. Kwee, Taro Takahara, Reiji Ochiai, Rutger A. J. Nievelstein, Peter R. Luijten

Institutions: University Medical Center Utrecht, Koga Hospital

Language: English

Topic: MRI in cancer diagnosis

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,890