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To present a new method for accelerating image acquisition in MRI using GRAPPA, an extension of existing techniques.

Generalized autocalibrating partially parallel acquisitions (GRAPPA)

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Randomized trial demonstrates improved image quality in MRI, suggesting enhanced diagnostic capabilities.

To present a new method for accelerating image acquisition in MRI using GRAPPA, an extension of existing techniques.
Introduced the GRAPPA technique as a novel partially parallel acquisition method.
Utilized RF coil array for spatial encoding without requiring prior detailed RF field maps.
Analyzed signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and reconstruction processes including specific algorithm details.
Demonstrated improved SNR and image quality with GRAPPA compared to traditional methods.
Showed that unaliased images from component coils enhance reconstruction prior to image combination.
In vivo images illustrated the practical benefits of implementing GRAPPA in clinical settings.

Griswold et al. (2002) studied this question.

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