Abstract

The ideal method for non-invasive monitoring of biological or metabolic activity in the brainstem has not yet been established. Existing methods for evaluating cerebral tissue (e.g. PET) have limitations when applied to the brainstem. New noninvasive imaging methods are currently being studied. We are using MR perfusion, DEMRI, NMRS and PET to further investigate the imaging characteristics of pontine gliomas over time after radiation therapy.

  Funding Agency

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
Division of Basic Sciences - NCI (NCI)
Type
Intramural Research (Z01)
Project #
1Z01BC010589-03
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7338648
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(NOB)
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Support Year
3
Fiscal Year
2006
Total Cost
Indirect Cost

  Institution

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Basic Sciences
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