J Korean Soc Magn Reson Med.  1997 Dec;1(1):42-50.

Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Brain: Principle and Practical Application

• Kim JH
• Shin T
• Chung SH

Abstract

Functional magnetic resonance imaging is a promising imaging technique developed recently to obtain functional maps of the brain, and can be successfully performed on widely available diagnostic MR imaging systems. Thus, the technical principle and application of this new imaging are no more minor part of knowledge in radiology. We describe herein the overview of functional magnetic resonance imaging about the physiologic mechanism, imaging technique, image-processing method and practical application.

MeSH Terms

Brain*
Magnetic Resonance Imaging*