Journal
MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING
Volume 72, Issue -, Pages 103-116Publisher
ELSEVIER SCIENCE INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.mri.2020.07.003
Keywords
MRI; MRS; Multinuclear; X-nuclei; Hardware; Coil; Double-tuned; Dual-tuned
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With the increasing availability of ultra-high field MRI systems, studying non-proton nuclei (X-nuclei), such as Na-23 and P-31 has received great interest. X-nuclei are able to provide insight into important cellular processes and energy metabolism in tissues and by monitoring these nuclei closely it is possible to establish links to pathological conditions and neurodegenerative diseases. In order to investigate X-nuclei, a well-designed radiofrequency (RF) system with a multi-tuned RF coil is required. However, as the intrinsic sensitivity of non-proton nuclei is lower compared to H-1, it is important to ensure that the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the X-nuclei is as high as possible. This review aims to give a comprehensive overview of previous efforts, with particular focus on the design concept of multi-tuned coils, predominantly for brain applications. In order to guide the readers, the main body of the review is categorised into two parts: state-of-the art according to the single or multiple design structures and emerging technologies. A more detailed description is given in each subsection relating to the specific design approaches of, mostly, double-tuned coils, including using traps, PIN-diodes, nested and metamaterial, together with explanations of their novelties, optimal solutions and trade-offs.
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