Diffusion-weighted imaging and diffusion tensor imaging of the heart in vivo: major developments
Diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (DWI) is a powerful diagnostic tool.Contrast in DWI images is dictated by the differences in diffusion of water in tissues, which depends on the tissue type, hydration and fluid composition.Therefore DWI can differentiate between hard and soft tissues, as well as visualize their condition, such as edema