To systematically compare upper abdominal MRI image quality at 1.5 T, 3.0 T, and 5.0 T in real-world clinical practice.
Approach:
Image Quality Assessment: Two radiologists independently evaluated images using a 5-point Likert scale for subjective assessment, ensuring a robust evaluation of image quality.
Key Findings:
5.0 T MRI shows superior image quality compared to 3.0 T and 1.5 T for upper abdominal imaging.
Increased field strength correlates with enhanced SNR and image resolution.
5.0 T MRI may introduce more susceptibility and chemical shift artifacts, particularly in the abdomen.
Limitations:
Exclusion of patients with certain conditions may limit generalizability.
The study's design may not account for all variables affecting image quality.
