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Three methods, i.e. the semi logarithmic linearization, the eigenfunction expansion, and the combination of both, are employed for decomposing transverse magnetization decays in slices of the human body. The results are T2 and α values which can be assigned to individual proton classes. Tissue characterization and visualization is based on the selection of parameters attributed to proton classes. The three methods of evaluation are compared with regard to accuracy and consumption of computing time. An algorithm is proposed which utilizes the advantages of the two first mentioned methods by combining them.
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Repges, R., Tolxdorff, T., Felsberg, L., Broszio, G., Gersonde, K. (1985). Decomposition of Multi-Exponential Transverse Magnetization Decays in T2-Selective NMR Imaging Employing the Subsystem Evaluation of Ramses. In: Lemke, H., Rhodes, M.L., Jaffee, C.C., Felix, R. (eds) Computer Assisted Radiology / Computergestützte Radiologie. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-52247-5_5
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