Fetal body MRI for fetal and perinatal management

Fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become a valuable adjunct to ultrasound (US) in diagnosing fetal abnormalities. This review is intended to highlight the contribution of MRI in parental counselling and perinatal treatment. A state-of-the-art fetal MRI protocol with experts of maternal–feta...

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Published in:Clinical radiology 2021-09, Vol.76 (9), p.708.e1-708.e8
Main Authors: Masselli, G., Cozzi, D., Ceccanti, S., Laghi, F., Giancotti, A., Brunelli, R.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become a valuable adjunct to ultrasound (US) in diagnosing fetal abnormalities. This review is intended to highlight the contribution of MRI in parental counselling and perinatal treatment. A state-of-the-art fetal MRI protocol with experts of maternal–fetal medicine present in the MRI suite allows emphasis on patient-centred care and maximises therapeutic options. •MRI is a useful imaging technique that complements prenatal ultrasound.•MRI plays an ever growing role in advanced fetal imaging.•MRI is useful in parental counselling and in fetal and perinatal treatment.
ISSN:0009-9260
1365-229X
DOI:10.1016/j.crad.2021.05.006