High b-value DWI

What does "High b-value DWI" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"High b-value DWI" refers to a specific type of imaging used in MRI scans. The "b-value" is a setting that affects how sensitive the scan is to the movement of water molecules in the body. When the b-value is high, the scan is more sensitive to this movement, which can help to highlight certain types of tissue or abnormalities. "DWI" stands for "Diffusion Weighted Imaging", a technique that uses this sensitivity to water movement to create detailed images of the body's internal structures.

Confusing Medical Report?

BaluMed makes medicine understandable! Our extensive medical report explanation 'translates' complex medical terms from MRI findings and discharge summaries into easily understandable language. With a combination of artificial intelligence and medical expertise, we offer quickly available and reliable information.

  • Extensive. Summary, explanation per section, glossary.
  • Fast & Reliable. Doctor-reviewed, receive today.
  • Privacy. Documents are automatically anonymized.
  • Multilingual. English or German.