Ablation therapy using chemical shift magnetic resonance imaging

摘要

The present invention relates to novel methods for direct visualization of the distribution of therapeutic agents, such as acetic acid, in the tissue of an animal, utilizing chemical shift magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Said methods are particularly useful for percutaneous chemical ablation procedures to provide an optimal dosage of chemical ablation agent such as acetic acid to target tissues such as tumors, and for limiting damage to surrounding tissues.