Applications of Quantitative MRI in Neurodegenerative Disorders and Peripheral Neuropathies
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Imaging and Theranostics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025 | Viewed by 97
Special Issue Editor
Interests: quantitative MRI; neuroimaging; monitoring biomarker; Parkinson’s disease; peripheral nerve diseases
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to invite submissions to a Special Issue of Diagnostics titled "Applications of Quantitative MRI in Neurodegenerative Disorders and Peripheral Neuropathies." This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest advances and clinical applications of quantitative MRI (qMRI) in diagnosing and understanding disorders affecting both the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).
Quantitative MRI techniques such as T1 map**, T2 map**, T2* map**, proton density map**, quantitative susceptibility map** (QSM), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), and magnetization transfer imaging (MTI) offer unprecedented insights into the structural and functional alterations associated with these conditions. This Special Issue seeks to showcase studies that utilize these advanced imaging modalities to investigate a range of CNS diseases, including Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease, as well as PNS diseases such as Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease. Emphasis will be placed on the role of qMRI in detecting neurodegeneration and iron deposition, which are critical factors in many of these disorders.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, and case studies that explore the clinical applications, technological advancements, and combined use of qMRI techniques. Submissions should emphasize the diagnostic value, potential for early detection, and contributions to understanding disease progression and treatment efficacy.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of how qMRI can enhance our understanding and management of disorders affecting both the CNS and PNS, with a particular focus on neurodegeneration and iron deposition, ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Dr. Yongsheng Chen
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- quantitative MRI
- neurodegeneration
- iron deposition
- demyelination
- remyelination
- Parkinson’s disease
- multiple sclerosis
- peripheral neuropathy
