Diffusion-weighted and Diffusion Tensor MR imaging

After reading this chapter, you should be able:

• To describe the diffusion phenomenon and the different types of diffusion (free, restricted, anisotropic)
• Explain diffusion-weighting and the sequences used in diffusion MRI
• Describe the relationship between T2, diffusion-weighted image and apparent diffusion coefficient as well as the T2 remanence effect
• List the artifacts that can appear in diffusion MRI
• Develop the basic principles of diffusion tensor and its interest
• Present the main applications of diffusion and diffusion tensor MRI