Diffusion Tensor Imaging: A Practical Handbook

Provides an overview of the practical aspects of diffusion tensor imaging

Covers the practical implementation of DTI, derivation of information from DTI data and clinical applications

Includes decision schemes and a fully annotated DTI brain atlas

This book provides an overview of the practical aspects of diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), from understanding the basis of the technique through selection of the right protocols, trouble-shooting data quality, and analyzing DTI data optimally. DTI is a non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique for visualizing and quantifying tissue microstructure based on diffusion. The book discusses the theoretical background underlying DTI and advanced techniques based on higher-order models and multi-shell diffusion imaging. It covers the practical implementation of DTI; derivation of information from DTI data; and a range of clinical applications, including neurosurgical planning and the assessment of brain tumors. Its practical utility is enhanced by decision schemes and a fully annotated DTI brain atlas, including color fractional anisotropy maps and 3D tractography reconstructions of major white matter fiber bundles. Featuring contributions from leading specialists in the field of DTI, Diffusion Tensor Imaging: A Practical Handbook is a valuable resource for radiologists, neuroradiologists, MRI technicians and clinicians.

Table of contents (21 chapters)

How to Use this Book

Pages 3-5

Emsell, Louise, PhD

Introduction to Diffusion Tensor Imaging

Pages 7-19

Emsell, Louise, PhD (et al.)

Concepts of Diffusion in MRI

Pages 23-35

Rowe, Matthew, PhD (et al.)

From Diffusion to the Diffusion Tensor

Pages 37-63

Dhollander, Thijs, PhD

Quantitative DTI Measures

Pages 65-87

Curran, Kathleen M., PhD (et al.)

Survivor’s Guide to DTI Acquisition

Pages 89-126

Peterson, Eric, PhD (et al.)

Checking and Correcting DTI Data

Pages 127-150

Tax, Chantal M. W., MSc (et al.)

Strategies and Challenges in DTI Analysis

Pages 153-173

Hecke, Wim, PhD (et al.)

DTI Analysis Methods: Region of Interest Analysis

Pages 175-182

Froeling, Martijn, PhD (et al.)

DTI Analysis Methods: Voxel-Based Analysis

Pages 183-203

Hecke, Wim, PhD (et al.)

DTI Analysis Methods: Fibre Tracking and Connectivity

Pages 205-228

Caan, Matthan W. A., PhD

Normal Diffusion Tensor Imaging-Based White Matter Anatomy

Pages 231-271

Stieltjes, Bram, MD, PhD

DTI in Clinical Practice: Opportunities and Considerations

Pages 275-290

Emsell, Louise, PhD (et al.)

DTI in Neurosurgical Planning

Pages 291-308

Wolf, Ronald L., MD, PhD (et al.)

DTI in Diagnosis and Follow-Up of Brain Tumors

Pages 309-330

Belder, Frank, MD (et al.)

The Role of DTI in Multiple Sclerosis and Other Demyelinating Conditions

Pages 331-341

Filippi, Massimo, MD (et al.)

DTI in Dementing Conditions

Pages 343-358

Filippi, Massimo, MD (et al.)

DTI in Psychiatry

Pages 359-372

Houenou, Josselin, MD, PhD (et al.)

Diffusion Tensor Imaging in Traumatic Brain Injury

Pages 373-380

Sener, Süleyman, MD (et al.)

High Angular Resolution Diffusion Imaging

Pages 383-406

Farquharson, Shawna, MSc (et al.)

Diffusion Kurtosis Imaging

Pages 407-418

Veraart, Jelle, PhD (et al.)