3D Phase Contrast Using Balanced Steady‐State Free Precession ( PC ‐ SSFP ) for Improved 4D Flow at Clinical Field Strengths

Key Points

• Improved signal-to-noise ratio enhances imaging quality for accurate flow assessment.
• Key metrics show significant improvements, particularly in measuring mitral velocity and volume accurately.
• Method employs a novel 4D flow bSSFP technique, tested successfully in real-world clinical settings.
• Findings indicate potential benefits for clinical diagnostics, though further studies are needed for broader applications.