High-resolution in utero 3D MR imaging of inner ear microstructures in fetal sheep.

Abstract

Developmental inner ear abnormalities can occur due to embryopathies as well as in the context of syndromal diseases like the CHARGE association. In severe cases, an early and definite in utero diagnosis is important for decision-making; here, fetal MR imaging can be a helpful tool. We present results of performing high-resolution MR imaging of the inner ear structures of fetal sheep in vivo.

Bibliographical data

Original languageEnglish
Article number11
ISSN0195-6108
Publication statusPublished - 2011
pubmed 22033721