Technical advances expanding clinical cardiac MRI applications

A review highlights recent cardiac MRI advances—higher-resolution imaging, refined parametric mapping, 4D flow, novel gadolinium alternatives, and AI integration—that improve diagnostic accuracy and workflow, though cost and patient tolerance remain challenges.

• Key innovations include strain imaging, four-dimensional (4D) flow MRI, and accelerated imaging protocols that enable more comprehensive hemodynamic assessment.
• Future directions involve enhanced tissue characterization, integration with complementary modalities, and reduced reliance on radiation-based techniques.

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