APPLIED MEDICAL TECHNICAL SCIENCES
cod. 15463

Learning objectives

The aim of the course is to provide participants with the theoretical knowledge they need to understand how an MRI scanner works and the most important MRI diagnostic techniques.

Prerequisites

Course unit content

The course provides students with the theoretical elements useful for understanding the operating principles of MRI equipment and the main MRI techniques used in the clinical-diagnostic environment.

Full programme

The physics of spin
MRI signal localization
K-space and the Fourier transform
Basic pulses sequences (IR, SE, GE)
Contrast, spatial resolution, signal to noise ratio
Fast pulses sequences (FSE, Spoiled-GE, balanced-SSFP, EPI)
Parallel imaging, compressed sensing and A.I.
Fat suppression techniques
Paramagnetic contrast agents
Artifacts
Diffusion
Angio-MRI
Cardio-MRI

Bibliography

“MRI from picture to proton” of MCROBBIE, MOORE, GRAVES - Cambridge University Press
“Basic of MRI“ di J. P. Hornak - http://www.cis.rit.edu/htbooks/mri
“Question and Answers in MRI” of Allen D. Elster - https://mriquestions.com

Teaching methods

Lectures

Assessment methods and criteria

Oral exam

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