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Non-contrast magnetic resonance angiography/venography techniques: what are my options?

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Non-contrast magnetic resonance (MR) angiography and MR venography techniques are gaining popularity for vascular imaging because they are faster, more forgiving and less costly compared with contrast-enhanced MR angiography. Non-contrast MR angiography also avoids gadolinium deposition, which is especially important in imaging children. Non-contrast MR angiography has an array of specific applications for numerous clinical indications. This review summarizes the non-contrast MR angiography methods and their relative advantages and disadvantages. The paper also guides the reader on which technique to consider when determining the optimal imaging modality for each individual patient.

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  1. Department of Radiology, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Kansas City, MO, USA

    Jacob B. Fleecs, Nathan S. Artz, Grace S. Mitchell & Sherwin S. Chan

  2. Department of Radiology, Children’s Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO, 64108, USA

    Nathan S. Artz, Grace S. Mitchell & Sherwin S. Chan

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Dr. Chan is a consultant for and receives publishing and grant support from Jazz Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Chan also has patent co-ownership with Children’s Mercy Hospital and receives in-kind research support from Hyperline.

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Fleecs, J.B., Artz, N.S., Mitchell, G.S. et al. Non-contrast magnetic resonance angiography/venography techniques: what are my options?. Pediatr Radiol 52, 271–284 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-021-05067-y

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