Abstract #3073

Contrast and Optimal Scan Parameters of T1-Weighted MR Imaging at 3.0 T: Evaluating with Using Computer Simulation Software

Shogo ODA¹, Keiichi KIKUCHI¹, Hitoshi MIKI², Yoshiyasu HIRATSUKA¹, Teruhito MOCHIZUKI¹

¹Department of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiology, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Toon city, Ehime, Japan; ²Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Ehime Prefectural Central Hospital, Matsuyama city, Ehime, Japan

In this presentation, we will demonstrate that 3.0 T MRI provides superior T1-weighted image contrast comparing 1.5 T with optimal scan parameters, and T1-FLAIR imaging can depict better contrast than T1-SE imaging. Additionally, we show the usefulness of computer simulated brain imaging software we developed. This software can reproduce the signal intensity and contrast of the brain tissue under various conditions.