Whole-Body MRI in Children and Adolescents – S1 Guideline

Abstract

Whole-body MRI is an imaging method that uses advanced modern MRI equipment to provide high-resolution images of the entire body. The goal of these guidelines is to specify the indications for which whole-body MRI can be recommended in children and adolescents and to describe the necessary technical requirements.

Citation Format

• Schaefer JF, Berthold LD, Hahn G et al. Whole-Body MRI in Children and Adolescents – S1 Guidelines. Fortschr Röntgenstr 2019; 191: 618 – 625

Key words

children - adolescents - whole-body MRI

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