Glossary/Imaging

Cardiac MRI.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the heart. Uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of heart structure and function. The gold standard for measuring ejection fraction and detecting scar tissue (fibrosis) in the heart muscle.

Definition

What is cardiac mri?

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the heart. Uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of heart structure and function. The gold standard for measuring ejection fraction and detecting scar tissue (fibrosis) in the heart muscle.

Related Terms

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