Table 1.
MRI sequences used in this study and the information they reflect.
| Sequence | Quantitative metric | Information reflected |
|---|---|---|
| Coronal FS-T2WI | –––– | Tissue structure, nerve edema degree |
| Coronal T2-mapping | Tissue relaxation time (T2 value) | Quantification of nerve edema |
| IVIM-DWI | Perfusion fraction (f) Diffusion coefficient (D) Pseudo-diffusion coefficient (D*) |
Microcirculatory blood perfusion |