Cardiac MRI Learning Guide

Cardiac MRI (CMR) is one of the most powerful non-invasive imaging techniques for evaluating the structure and function of the heart. It provides detailed assessment of ventricular function, myocardial tissue characterisation, blood flow and congenital anatomy — without exposing patients to ionising radiation. Mastering Cardiac MRI, however, requires a working understanding of MR physics, imaging protocols, precise slice planning, and the ability to recognise both normal anatomy and a wide range of pathologies.

This guide brings together the core knowledge areas covered across MyoScan IQ's workspaces. Start with MR physics and safety to build the foundations: understanding how image contrast is generated, how sequences such as steady-state free precession and phase-contrast imaging work, and how to keep patients safe in the magnetic environment. Move on to scan planning, where structured protocols and an interactive slice simulator help you learn the standard cardiac imaging planes — short-axis, long-axis two-chamber, four-chamber and the LV outflow tract.

From there, explore anatomy and pathology reference material covering the most commonly encountered cardiac conditions, including cardiomyopathies, ischaemic heart disease, myocarditis and congenital anomalies. Use the late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) pattern atlas to recognise characteristic tissue signals, and the image quality workspace to troubleshoot artefacts and refine your technique. Finally, test and consolidate your knowledge with interactive quizzes and keep a running CMR logbook of cases you encounter.

Whether you are revising for an exam or refining your daily practice, this guide supports a structured path through Cardiac MRI — from first principles to confident everyday use.