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Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Precise Diagnosis and Therapeutic Guidance

A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Cardiovascular Medicine".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 December 2025 | Viewed by 331

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1. Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Iasi, 16 University Street, 700115 Iasi, Romania
2. Prof. Dr. George I.M. Georgescu Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Carol I Boulevard, No. 50, 700503 Iasi, Romania
Interests: coronary artery disease; echocardiography; cardiology

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Guest Editor
1. Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Iasi, 16 University Street, 700115 Iasi, Romania
2. Prof. Dr. George I.M. Georgescu Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Carol I Boulevard, No. 50, 700503 Iasi, Romania
Interests: clinical cardiology; advanced cardiac imaging by magnetic resonance; cardiac imaging in advanced chronic kidney disease; cardiomyopathy; chronic heart failure

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging has become a cornerstone of contemporary cardiology, offering unparalleled insights into cardiac anatomy and function, tissue characterization, and blood flow—without the use of ionizing radiation. From ischemic heart disease to cardiomyopathies, myocarditis, and congenital heart disease, CMR enables precise diagnosis, risk stratification, and treatment planning. Its ability to provide high-resolution images and tissue-specific information makes it a vital tool in both clinical and research settings.

Recent advances such as parametric mapping, strain imaging, and stress perfusion have further expanded the clinical applications of CMR. As the field continues to evolve, CMR will play a critical role in understanding complex cardiovascular conditions and guiding precision medicine.

In light of its growing importance, we are pleased to announce a Special Issue of JCM dedicated to CMR—“Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Precise Diagnosis and Therapeutic Guidance”. We invite researchers, clinicians, and imaging specialists to contribute original research articles and comprehensive reviews that explore the diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic value of CMR. Submissions may include, but are not limited to, advances in imaging techniques, clinical applications, AI integration in image analysis, and novel uses for CMR in rare cardiac conditions.

We look forward to your contributions that will enrich the field and inspire ongoing collaboration across disciplines.

Dr. Radu Andy Sascau
Dr. Carina Gabriela Ureche
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • cardiac magnetic resonance
  • cardiomyopathy
  • tissue characterization
  • stress perfusion
  • 4D flow
  • heart failure
  • ischemic heart disease
  • multi-modality imaging
  • valvular heart disease
  • T1 mapping
  • T2 mapping
  • myocarditis

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Standardized Myocardial T1 and T2 Relaxation Times: Defining Age- and Comorbidity-Adjusted Reference Values for Improved CMR-Based Tissue Characterization
by Mukaram Rana, Vitali Koch, Simon Martin, Thomas Vogl, Marco M. Ochs, David M. Leistner and Sebastian M. Haberkorn
J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(17), 6198; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14176198 - 2 Sep 2025
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Background: This study aims to establish standardized reference values for myocardial T1 and T2 relaxation times in a clinically and imaging-defined real-world patient cohort, evaluating their variability in relation to age, sex, and comorbidities. By identifying key physiological and pathological influences, this investigation [...] Read more.
Background: This study aims to establish standardized reference values for myocardial T1 and T2 relaxation times in a clinically and imaging-defined real-world patient cohort, evaluating their variability in relation to age, sex, and comorbidities. By identifying key physiological and pathological influences, this investigation seeks to enhance CMR-based myocardial mapping for improved differentiation between normal and pathological myocardial conditions. Methods: This retrospective observational study analyzed T1 and T2 relaxation times using CMR at 1.5 Tesla in a cohort of 491 subjects. T1 and T2 times were measured using MOLLI and GRASE sequences, and statistical analyses assessed intra- and interindividual variations, including the influence of age, sex, and comorbidities, to establish reference values and improve myocardial tissue characterization. Results: T1 and T2 relaxation times were analyzed in 291 and 200 participants, respectively. The mean global T1 time was 1004.7 ± 49.8 ms, with no significant differences between age groups (p = 0.81) or sexes (p = 0.58). However, atrial fibrillation (AF) and mitral regurgitation (MR) were associated with significantly prolonged T1 times (p < 0.05). The mean global T2 time was 67.4 ± 8.6 ms, with age-related prolongation (p < 0.05), but no sex differences (p = 0.46). Comorbidities did not significantly influence T2 times, except for NYHA Class III–IV patients, who exhibited prolonged T2 values (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Standardized T1 and T2 reference values are essential to improve diagnostic accuracy and risk stratification in CMR-based myocardial tissue characterization. Future research should focus on multicenter validation, AI-driven analysis, and the development of age- and comorbidity-adjusted normative databases to enhance individualized cardiovascular care. Full article
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