Analysis of myocardial oedema by magnetic resonance imaging early after coronary artery occlusion with or without reperfusion

Abstract

Magnetic resonance imaging allows evaluation of myocardial oedema associated with acute coronary occlusion and reperfusion, and analysis of its spatial distribution. Changes in myocardial water content occurring early during acute myocardial infarction allow quantification of the area at risk and detection of reperfusion by magnetic resonance imaging.