Magnetic resonance imaging of the heart allows a quick and exact evaluation of global and
regional pump function regional myocardial wall motion myocardial perfusion and coronary
blood flow. Some of these parameters must also be analyzed under stress conditions to identify
myocardial ischemia.By combining these functional parameters with high-resolution anatomical
images which are even sufficient to depict the coronary arteries magnetic resonance imaging
has become one of the most important noninvasive procedures to study the condition of the heart
and is being increasingly used in the clinical setting. Therefore it is important not only to
optimize and evaluate the technique in specialized centers but also for a broad variety of
users to become familiar with the wide range of applications for this method.In this book
which is aimed at cardiologists radiologists and technical assistants the physical
fundamentals and scanning techniques are clearly described. In addition practical guidelines
for the anatomical planning of the examination and for patient care are offered. The
accompanying CD-ROM contains additional figures and numerous videos.
