Multicoil high-resolution fast spin-echo MR imaging of the female pelvis.

Authors:
  • CRC Reinhold
    C Reinhold
  • TMT R McCauley
    T R McCauley
  • RLR C Lange
    R C Lange
  • RCR T Constable
    R T Constable
  • RKR Kier
    R Kier
  • SMS McCarthy
    S McCarthy
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Abstract
A fast spin-echo pulse sequence was combined with multiple surface coils used simultaneously in the form of a "multicoil" in magnetic resonance imaging studies of the female pelvis. This combination allowed maximal resolution with maintenance of the signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) at an acceptable level, and the S/N with the multicoil system was substantially better than that achieved with a body coil. Excellent image quality and demonstration of anatomic detail were afforded by use of this technique.