Ultra-short echo time cardiovascular magnetic resonance of atherosclerotic carotid plaque

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Multi-contrast weighted cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) allows detailed plaque characterisation and assessment of plaque vulnerability. The aim of this preliminary study was to show the potential of Ultra-short Echo Time (UTE...

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Main Authors: Nielles-Vallespin Sonia, Keenan Niall G, Chan Cheuk F, Gatehouse Peter, Sheppard Mary N, Boyle Joseph J, Pennell Dudley J, Firmin David N
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-03-01
Series:Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
Online Access:http://www.jcmr-online.com/content/12/1/17