Hyperpolarized helium-3 MR imaging of pulmonary function

Radiol Clin North Am. 2005 Jan;43(1):235-46. doi: 10.1016/j.rcl.2004.09.010.

Abstract

Recent advances in HP MR imaging contrast agents have led to novel tests of pulmonary function. Many of these tests show promise in the clinical arena.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Diffusion
  • Helium*
  • Humans
  • Isotopes
  • Lung Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Lung Diseases / physiopathology*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Oxygen / analysis
  • Oxygen / metabolism
  • Pulmonary Ventilation
  • Respiratory Mechanics
  • Ventilation-Perfusion Ratio

Substances

  • Isotopes
  • Helium
  • Oxygen