Use of T1 relaxation time in rotating frame (T1 ρ) and apparent diffusion coefficient to estimate cerebral stroke evolution

ConclusionThese data suggest that T1ρ can provide estimates for the ischemic time in patients. T1ρ has the potential to outperform diffusion for single‐timepoint examination because the T1ρ change during strokes is positive and linear. If patients with suspected stroke are scanned by MRI within the appropriate timeframe, T1ρ may provide tools for evaluating stroke onset, potentially aiding in treatment strategies.Level of Evidence: 4Technical Efficacy: Stage 3J. Magn. Reson. Imaging 2018.

Source: Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging - February 15, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Yuefa Tan, Jun Xu, Ruiying Chen, Bin Chen, Juan Xu, Daokun Ren, Queenie Chan, Yingjie Mei, Yuankui Wu, Yikai Xu Tags: Original Research Source Type: research