Diffusion-Weighted MR Imaging of the Brain

Diffusion-weighted MR imaging is widely accepted as a means to identify stroke, thus enabling rapid and effective treatment. Over the past four years, these expert authors have presented over 30 exhibits and scientific reports on diffusion-weighted imaging at the RSNA and the American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR), and more than 10 of these presentations have been recognized by specific awards. Diffusion-Weighted MR Imaging of the Brain’s chapters range from basic principles to interpretation of diffusion-weighted MR imaging and specific disease. This is a valuable reference for radiologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons as well as residents, fellows, radiology technologists. Provides the basic principles and interpretation of diffusion-weighted MR imaging. Discusses the pitfalls and artifacts of DW imaging, basics of diffusion measurements by MRI, brain edema, infarction, intracranial hemorrhage, epilepsy, demyelinating and degenerative disease, and more. Abundant illustrations