Diffusion Weighted Imaging

Diffusion Weighted Imaging (DWI) is an MRI technique that measures the diffusion of water molecules in tissue. It is used to assess disease, including stroke, tumors, and ischemic diseases such as multiple sclerosis. DWI can also be used to evaluate cerebral perfusion, inflammation, and tissue architecture. DWI is advantageous in that it is non-invasive and quickly provides detailed information about the structure and function of tissue. Additionally, DWI has the ability to detect changes in the structure or composition of tissue that would be indistinguishable on other types of MRI. As a result, it has become an invaluable tool in medical diagnostics and research.