Use of closely coupled receiver coils in MR imaging: practical aspects.
The use of closely coupled receiver coils in magnetic resonance (MR) imaging of the brain and body is described. Design considerations are outlined, aspects of the choice of materials are discussed, and clinical applications are illustrated. Closely coupled receiver coils can provide a useful improvement in MR image quality.
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