First cardiac resonance images at Alcívar Hospital.
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Introduction: Cardiovascular magnetic resonance is gaining a critical role in cardiology. Its advantages include its versatile, accurate, and in-depth evaluation of cardiac function and anatomy. The disadvantage is the complexity and cost of its implementation. The main indications are ischemic heart disease, non-ischemic cardiomyopathies, heart failure, and myocardial infiltration.
Recommended protocol: gradient echo sequences steady-state free precession (SSFP) of the localizer type. In multiplanar long axis and short axis. HASTE (Half-Fourier acquired single-shot turbo spin echo) sequence for anatomy, with transverse, coronal sagittal, and sagittal axes. Gradient echo sequences steady-state free precession (SSFP) of the CINE type: 4 chambers, long axis, short axis, left and right ventricular outflow tract.
Primary sequences: Pulse sequences, HASTE anatomical sequences (black blood): Spin Echo, Turbo Spin Echo, and HASTE. In white blood pulse sequences: Conventional gradient echo (FLASH), turbo FLASH, SSFP, FLOW, and 3D EG sequences.
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