We demonstrate a disposable and handheld hyperpolarizer for clinical-scale production of hyperpolarized propane gas for application as an inhalable contrast agent for pulmonary MRI. The device consists of an aluminum commercial spray can, which contains a mixture of pressurized propylene and parahydrogen gases. This filled container can be easily transported and stored for weeks. The hyperpolarized propane production is initialized by valve actuation, which releases the propylene-parahydrogen mixture into a mini-catalytic reactor producing a stream of pure (without catalyst) hyperpolarized propane gas on demand. The feasibility of 3 T EPI, FIESTA, and GRE MRI in hyperpolarized phantoms is demonstrated.
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