Investigation of Brain Pathology using Magnetic Resonance Imaging

By Archana Chaudhari

Investigation of Brain Pathology using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an important area of research in neuroscience and clinical medicine. MRI is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the brain, allowing researchers and clinicians to study the structure and function of the brain in living subjects.MRI has revolutionized our understanding of brain pathology by allowing us to visualize the brain in exquisite detail. It can detect a wide range of neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and brain tumors. MRI is also useful in identifying structural abnormalities in the brain, such as cysts, lesions, and malformations.In addition to structural imaging, MRI can be used for functional imaging, which provides information about brain activity. Functional MRI (fMRI) is a specialized type of MRI that detects changes in blood flow in the brain, which is an indirect measure of neural activity. fMRI has been used to study cognitive processes, such as attention, memory, and emotion, as well as to investigate the effects of drugs and other interventions on brain function.Overall, investigation of brain pathology using MRI is a critical tool in both basic research and clinical practice. By providing a non-invasive, detailed view of the brain, MRI has revolutionized our understanding of brain pathology and opened new avenues for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of neurological and psychiatric disorders.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9600913560
• ISBN13: 9789600913569
• Release Date: February 2023
• Publisher: Independent Author
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"