MRI of fetal abdominal abnormalities |
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Authors: | H. Shinmoto S. Kuribayashi |
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Affiliation: | (1) Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Keio University School of Medicine, 35 Shinanomachi, Shunjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-8582, Japan |
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Abstract: | Although ultrasonography is the method of choice for evaluating the fetus, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) complements ultrasonography in the accurate diagnosis of fetal abnormalities. The advantages of MRI include excellent tissue contrast, a large field of view, and relative operator independence. To date, most studies on fetal MRI have focused on the fetal central nervous system and thoracic disorders. However, our experience suggests that MRI can be helpful even in evaluating fetal abdominal disorders. This pictorial essay illustrates the various MRI appearances of fetal abdominal abnormalities and discusses the indications and advantages of fetal MRI. |
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Keywords: | Fetus, abnormalities Fetus, magnetic resonance Magnetic resonance, rapid imaging Pregnancy, magnetic resonance Abdomen, magnetic resonance. |
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