Three-dimensional magnetic resonance imaging of fetal brains

Lancet. 2001 Apr 14;357(9263):1177-8. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(00)04375-0.

Abstract

We assessed ten prenatal magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) scans for fetal brain anomalies, and identified eight that were suitable for post-processing. Anatomical abnormalities were assessed on three-dimensional (3D) models and compared with two-dimensional (2D) imaging. We calculated the volumes of the intracranial ventricles and of a periventricular haemorrhage. In three cases, additional clinical information was obtained. 3D modelling of the brain in-utero is possible and can be used to plan treatment.

Publication types

  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Brain / abnormalities*
  • Brain / embryology*
  • Congenital Abnormalities / diagnosis
  • Female
  • Fetus / anatomy & histology*
  • Humans
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging* / methods
  • Pregnancy
  • Prenatal Diagnosis