Hoffmann, J., Shajan, G. , Budde, J., Scheffler, K. and Pohmann, R. (2013) Human brain imaging at 9.4 T using a tunable patch antenna for transmission. Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, 69(5), pp. 1494-1500. (doi: 10.1002/mrm.24367) (PMID:22706783)
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Abstract
For human brain imaging at ultrahigh fields, the traveling wave concept can provide a more uniform B1+ field over a larger field of view with improved patient comfort compared to conventional volume coils. It suffers, however, from limited transmit efficiency and receive sensitivity and is not readily applicable in systems where the radiofrequency shield is too narrow to allow for unattenuated wave propagation. Here, the near field of a capacitively adjustable patch antenna for excitation is combined with a receive-only array at 9.4 T. The antenna is designed in compact size and placed in close proximity to the subject to improve the transmit efficiency in narrow bores. Experimental and numerical comparisons to conventional microstrip arrays reveal improved B1+ homogeneity and longitudinal coverage, but at the cost of elevated local specific absorption rate. High-resolution functional and anatomical images demonstrate the use of this setup for in vivo human brain imaging at 9.4 T.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Gunamony, Dr Shajan |
| Authors: | Hoffmann, J., Shajan, G., Budde, J., Scheffler, K., and Pohmann, R. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Psychology & Neuroscience |
| Journal Name: | Magnetic Resonance in Medicine |
| Publisher: | Wiley |
| ISSN: | 0740-3194 |
| ISSN (Online): | 1522-2594 |
| Published Online: | 15 June 2012 |
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