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7T Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Research Progress in Spinal Cord Function Assessment

Year: 2025

Type: preprint

Abstract: MRI of the spinal cord is essential for diagnosing and monitoring spinal cord disorders, assessing the extent of injury, and guiding treatment options. However, conventional clinical MRI systems (e.g., 1.5T and 3T) are limited in their ability to resolve fine anatomical structures, which has spurred interest in high-field-strength MRI. This study aims to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of 7T MRI in practical application, the methods of optimizing image quality, and the progress in providing high-resolution images of the spinal cord. It also aims to assess the diagnostic capabilities for neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS). Although considerable challenges remain in artifact management and safety, 7T MRI has shown promise in advancing the assessment of spinal cord function.

DOI: 10.22541/au.176033737.79600428/v1

Authors: Yiwen Zeng, Ziwei Zhang, Xiuiu Zhou, Xuhui Zhou, Wei Liu, Yi Xia, Li Fan

Institutions: Second Military Medical University, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Advanced MRI Techniques and Applications

Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Funders: National Natural Science Foundation of China, Zhejiang University

Awards: G1388119271, G3886595426, G5709233206

OpenAlex ID: W4415099157

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