title: Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging for the investigation of cardiovascular disorders. Part 1: current applications.
abstract: Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging is a robust noninvasive technique for investigating cardiovascular disorders. The evolution of cardiac magnetic resonance and its widening span of diagnostic and prognostic applications have generated excitement as well as uncertainty regarding its potential clinical use and its role vis-à-vis conventional imaging techniques. The purpose of this evidence-based review is to discuss some of these issues by highlighting the current (Part 1) and emerging (Part 2) applications of cardiac magnetic resonance. Familiarity with the versatility and usefulness of cardiac magnetic resonance will facilitate its wider clinical acceptance for improving the management of cardiovascular disorders.
authors: Cardiovascular Imaging Laboratory, Imaging Institute; and Cardiovascular Medicine, Heart and Vascular Institute; Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio 44195.
authors: Ajit H
authors: AH
authors: Goenka
authors: Scott D
authors: SD
authors: Flamm
mesh_terms: D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology; D003326:Coronary Circulation; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D055414:Myocardial Perfusion Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D009206:Myocardium / Q000473:pathology*; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D011379:Prognosis; D014022:Tissue Survival; D016276:Ventricular Function