We propose connecting the acquisition and processing of cardiovascular MR (CMR) data with biomechanical cardiac modeling. Physical and physiological character predisposes biomechanical models to predictivity, and CMR data turn them into patient-specific regime. A high computational demand is addressed by applying a spatially-reduced model: the geometry and kinematics are simplified, but all other physical properties kept. The approach is illustrated by example of Tetralogy of Fallot patients, in whom we are able to access the myocardial contractility pre- and post-pulmonary valve replacement aiming at deciding on optimal therapy timing – the problem that has not been completely solved by sole CMR.
How to access this content:
For one year after publication, abstracts and videos are only open to registrants of this annual meeting. Registrants should use their existing login information. Non-registrant access can be purchased via the ISMRM E-Library.
After one year, current ISMRM & ISMRT members get free access to both the abstracts and videos. Non-members and non-registrants must purchase access via the ISMRM E-Library.
After two years, the meeting proceedings (abstracts) are opened to the public and require no login information. Videos remain behind password for access by members, registrants and E-Library customers.
Keywords