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Published in: Journal of Neurology 9/2015

01-09-2015 | Neurological Update

Recent imaging advances in neurology

Authors: Lorenzo Rocchi, Flavia Niccolini, Marios Politis

Published in: Journal of Neurology | Issue 9/2015

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Abstract

Over the recent years, the application of neuroimaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) has considerably advanced the understanding of complex neurological disorders. PET is a powerful molecular imaging tool, which investigates the distribution and binding of radiochemicals attached to biologically relevant molecules; as such, this technique is able to give information on biochemistry and metabolism of the brain in health and disease. MRI uses high intensity magnetic fields and radiofrequency pulses to provide structural and functional information on tissues and organs in intact or diseased individuals, including the evaluation of white matter integrity, grey matter thickness and brain perfusion. The aim of this article is to review the most recent advances in neuroimaging research in common neurological disorders such as movement disorders, dementia, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury and multiple sclerosis, and to evaluate their contribution in the diagnosis and management of patients.
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Metadata
Title
Recent imaging advances in neurology
Authors
Lorenzo Rocchi
Flavia Niccolini
Marios Politis
Publication date
01-09-2015
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Journal of Neurology / Issue 9/2015
Print ISSN: 0340-5354
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1459
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00415-015-7711-x

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