Deep learning –based methods may minimize GBCA dosage in brain MRI

ConclusionsThe proposed DL method is a feasible way to minimize the dosage of GBCAs in brain MRI without sacrificing the diagnostic information. Missing enhancement of small lesions in patients with multiple lesions was observed, requiring improvements in algorithms or dosage design.Key Points•This study evaluated the clinical performance of a DL-based reconstruction method for significant dose reduction in GBCA contrast-enhanced MRI exams.•The proposed DL method has the potential to satisfy the routine radiological diagnosis needs in certain clinical applications.

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Source: European Radiology - March 18, 2021 Category: Radiology Source Type: research