{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: A Modified Quadrature Birdcage Coil Incorporated With a Curved Feature for In Ovo MR Imaging.
{Author}: Choi CH;Bruch M;Hong SM;Krause S;Stegmayr C;Schwan S;Worthoff WA;Felder J;Shah NJ;
{Journal}: IEEE Open J Eng Med Biol
{Volume}: 5
{Issue}: 0
{Year}: 2024
暂无{DOI}: 10.1109/OJEMB.2024.3420231
{Abstract}: Goal: This study presents a novel MRI coil design approach explicitly tailored for chick embryo measurements, with the primary objective of improving sensitivity and coverage. Methods: The limitations posed by conventional birdcage coils were addressed by introducing a curvature feature into a standard coil. The performance of the modified coil was assessed using EM simulations and experimental evaluations, which were subsequently validated using a 7 T MRI scanner. A comparative analysis was conducted against a standard quadrature low-pass birdcage coil to evaluate key factors. Results: The proposed coil demonstrated improved SNR and uniformity, particularly in the proximity of the end-rings. These results were consistent with the findings obtained from the simulations. Conclusions: The use of our innovative birdcage coil design holds promise and offers practical potential for in ovo studies.