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  • Title: [The use of the RACE technique for quantitative flow measurements. Evaluation using a clinically relevant flow model].
    Author: Vosshenrich R, Döler W, Hellige G, Müller E, Hausmann R, Fischer U, Schröder T.
    Journal: Rofo; 1993 Jun; 158(6):550-4. PubMed ID: 8507846.
    Abstract:
    A phantom has been designed for measuring flow velocities; using pipes of specified diameter and selectable pulse rates, flow rates varying from 0-250 cm/s can be determined. The measurements are made in a superconductive magnet with a field strength of 1.5 Tesla, employing a RACE technique. The reference technique was electromagnetic flow measurement. There was good linear correlation between the electromagnetic and the MRT results with a correlation coefficient of 0.98. It is necessary in the first place to estimate flow speed; if flow velocity is unknown initially, there is no correlation. Hence, in everyday use erroneous results may be obtained, particularly since one cannot always demonstrate vessels in all parts of the body without superimposition. Further clinical studies are required in various vascular territories to evaluate the usefulness of the RACE technique for flow measurements.
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