In vivo velocity vector imaging and time-resolved strain rate measurements in the wall of blood vessels using MRI.

Avril, Stéphane; Schneider, Fabien; Boissier, Christian; Li, Zhi-Yong · J Biomech · 2011

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

In this paper, we present a new approach for velocity vector imaging and time-resolved measurements of strain rates in the wall of human arteries using MRI and we prove its feasibility on two examples: in vitro on a phantom and in vivo on the carotid artery of a human subject. Results point out the promising potential of this approach for investigating the mechanics of arterial tissues in vivo.

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