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Ultra-high-field magnetic resonance: Why and when?
Ewald Moser, MR Center of Excellence, Center for Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering, Medical University of Vienna, A-1180 Vienna, Austria
Author contributions: Moser E is the sole author of this editorial.
Supported by An unrestricted research grant between Siemens Medical Solutions and the Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Correspondence to: Ewald Moser, PhD, MR Center of Excellence, Center for Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering, Medical University of Vienna, A-1180 Vienna, Austria. ewald.moser@meduniwien.ac.at
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Received: December 11, 2009
Revised: January 10, 2010
Accepted: January 13, 2010
Published online: January 28, 2010
Revised: January 10, 2010
Accepted: January 13, 2010
Published online: January 28, 2010
Abstract
This paper briefly summarizes the development of magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy in medicine. Aspects of magnetic resonancephysics and -technology relevant at ultra-high magnetic fields as well as current limitations are highlighted. Based on the first promising studies, potential clinical applications at 7 Tesla are suggested. Other aims are to stimulate awareness of the potential of ultra-high field magnetic resonance and to stimulate active participation in much needed basic or clinical research at 7 Tesla or higher.
Keywords: Alzheimer’s disease, Brain tumors, Cartilage, Functional magnetic resonance imaging, Magnetic resonance, Magnetic resonance spectroscopy, Multiple sclerosis, Ultra-high field magnetic resonance methods