Quantitative assessment of rotator cuff injury using zero echo time magnetic resonance imaging (ZTE-MRI) in combination with Synthetic MRI

Motivation: The use of ZTE-MRI and Synthetic MRI technologies is increasing in musculoskeletal MRI, showing significant clinical symptoms in patients with limited shoulder joint mobility caused by supraspinatus tendon injuriesGoal(s): ZTE technology offers superior bone display capabilities, making it ideal for studying the relationship between CSA and AI and rotator cuff injuriesApproach: Prospective clinical study on the combined application of novel magnetic resonance technology for assessing supraspinatus tendon injuriesResults: The PLCC indicated a positive correlation between ZTE-MRI and T1WI measurements, with high consistency within and between groups. Boxplot statistics revealed a significant difference in the PD value of Synthetic-MRI quantitative values. Impact: We used advanced magnetic resonance technology and relevant parameters to assess rotator cuff injury, employing a quantitative approach for classification and providing precise reference indicators for clinical imaging diagnosis and surgical treatment.