RöFo : Fortschritte auf dem Gebiete der Röntgenstrahlen und der Nuklearmedizin
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Evaluation of thermometry with fast MR sequences for laser-induced interstitial laser therapy (LITT) and verification of the thermometric results with a fiber-optic thermometer. ⋯ The accuracy of the temperature measurement is sufficient for controlling the coagulation area of the LITT. PRF is the method of choice since it shows the best linear correlation with fiber-optic temperature. If only T1 sequences are concerned, the FLASH sequence is preferred. It is the most robust, though not the most accurate, T1 sequence.
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The development of a computerized method which allows a direct quantitative comparison of perfusion parameters. The display should allow a clear direct comparison of brain perfusion parameters in different vascular territories and over the course of time. The analysis is intended to be the basis for further evaluation of cerebral vasospasm after subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). The method should permit early diagnosis of cerebral vasospasm. ⋯ Computerized analysis of brain perfusion parameters with Angiotux 2D-ECCET is objective and ensures reproducible results. It may become the basis and a requirement for the analysis of minimal changes in brain perfusion prior to irreversible damage from posthemorrhagic vasospasm.
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To evaluate a rapid and comprehensive MR protocol based on a T1-weighted sequence in conjunction with a rolling table platform for the quantification of total body fat. ⋯ This MR protocol can be used for the rapid and non-invasive quantification of body fat. The missing relationship between serum lipids and body fat masses suggests that the latter is an additional and independent hazard factor. Variations in body fat distribution, e. g. relationship between subcutaneous and intraabdominal fat, can be comprehensively assessed.
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To prospectively assess the accuracy of contrast-enhanced MR angiography of the aortoiliac arteries using the blood pool agent Vasovist compared to unenhanced time-of-flight MRA. Conventional digital subtraction angiography served as the standard of reference. ⋯ MR angiography using the blood pool agent Vasovist is a feasible and minimally invasive alternative to DSA and provides angiograms of the aortoiliac region with high sensitivity, specificity, and diagnostic accuracy.
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To evaluate the potential of different fluids to enhance the effect of radiofrequency ablation. ⋯ The selection of an appropriate fluid allows an increase in the effect of radiofrequency ablation or the generation of a protective effect. Especially HAES, Magnevist and Telebrix Gastro are suitable for enhancing heating. Glucose solution or non-ionic contrast agents could be used to generate a protective effect during radiofrequency ablation. The heating of fluids by means of a bipolar radiofrequency ablation system is not only influenced by the electric properties but also by other parameters such as the specific heat capacity.