Real-Time Magnetic Resonance Imaging Guidance for Cardiovascular Procedures

Keith A. Horvath, Ming Li, Dumitru Mazilu, Michael A. Guttman, Elliot R. McVeigh

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Abstract

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the cardiovascular system has proven to be an invaluable diagnostic tool. Given the ability to allow for real-time imaging, MRI guidance of intraoperative procedures can provide superb visualization, which can facilitate a variety of interventions and minimize the trauma of the operations as well. In addition to the anatomic detail, MRI can provide intraoperative assessment of organ and device function. Instruments and devices can be marked to enhance visualization and tracking, all of which is an advance over standard X-ray or ultrasonic imaging.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)330-335
Number of pages6
JournalSeminars in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
Volume19
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2007
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • cardiac procedures
  • imaging
  • magnetic
  • real-time
  • resonance

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

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