Discuss the influence of gradient performance, pulse sequence and receiver coil design on image quality and patient safety in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

demonstrate a critical awareness of the historical background to and current status of the science and technology of MRI
September 21, 2019
Provides an in-depth compelling case analysis consisting of at least four reasons supporting the issue as it relates to the provision of health care as discussed in scholarly references.
September 21, 2019

Discuss the influence of gradient performance, pulse sequence and receiver coil design on image quality and patient safety in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Discuss the influence of gradient performance, pulse sequence and receiver coil design on image quality and patient safety in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Word limit: 3,000 words ± 10% in total (maximum 3,300 words)

Learning outcomes:

Successful students will typically…

1. demonstrate a critical awareness of the historical background to and current status of the science and technology of MRI
2. have a comprehensive understanding of the factors, procedures and guidance which govern safe practice, clinical care and image quality optimisation in MRI
3. understand the complex relationships between human tissue type, scan sequence and image signal characteristics in MRI
4. flexibly and creatively apply science principles in order to enhance MRI scan quality, patient safety and clinical diagnosis