Application of a Multi-Channel Coil for Hand Imaging

Publication: DE102013200481A1
Published: 2014-07-17
Family Size: 4
Granted: Yes (2/4)

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This patent describes a special multi-channel coil designed for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the hand. The coil consists of several rings, and each ring is built from multiple coil elements, enhancing the quality and detail of hand imaging in MRI.

Use CasesContent extracted from patent full text and abstract with AI.

  • High-resolution MRI scans of the human hand for clinical diagnostics
  • Detailed imaging for monitoring hand injuries or diseases such as arthritis
  • Guiding hand surgeries with precise MRI images
  • Medical research studies focused on hand anatomy or pathologies

BenefitsContent extracted from patent full text and abstract with AI.

  • Improved image quality and resolution for hand-specific MRI applications
  • More accurate diagnosis and assessment of hand conditions
  • Faster and more efficient MRI scans of the hand
  • Enhanced capability for specialized and targeted imaging, benefiting both clinicians and researchers

Technical Classifications (CPCs)

Main Classifications

Physics & Measurement

Sub Classifications

Measuring & Testing

CPC Codes

G01R33/34G01R33/3415

Inventors & Applicants

Applicants

Friedrich Alexander Universität Erlangen Nürnberg

Siemens Ag

Patent Abstract

A method and a local coil for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system are provided. The local coil includes a hand coil having a plurality of rings, each made of a plurality of coil elements.

Key Information

Publication No.

DE102013200481A1

Family ID

51015066

Publication Date

2014-07-17

Application No.

DE102013200481A

Application Date

2013-01-15

Priority Date

2013-01-15

Granted

Yes (2/4)

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