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VOL. 8, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Next-generation helium-free MRI: system design, clinical efficacy, and future outlook
Authors
Kushank Verma, Shiva Soam, Somosree Saha, Pratik Virat
Abstract
A key component of contemporary diagnostic imaging is magnetic
resonance imaging (MRI), which produces multiplanar, high-resolution pictures
without using ionizing radiation. Large amounts of liquid helium are necessary
for conventional MRI systems to keep superconducting magnet temperatures.
However, the development of alternate magnet cooling solutions has been spurred
by helium's growing scarcity, growing expense, logistical difficulties, and
safety and environmental concerns. Helium-free MRI, sometimes referred to as
low-helium or sealed-magnet MRI, is a significant technological development
that aims to lessen or completely do away with the need for liquid helium. To
maintain steady magnetic fields without the need for helium refilling, these
systems use sophisticated cryogenic cooling techniques in conjunction with
sealed superconducting magnets. The basic principles, system design,
operational benefits, safety concerns, clinical performance, constraints, and
prospects for helium-free MRI are all covered in this paper. Adoption of
helium-free MRI has important ramifications for advanced imaging's
affordability, sustainability, and worldwide accessibility, establishing it as
a game-changing invention in radiological practice.
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Pages:12-15
How to cite this article:
Kushank Verma, Shiva Soam, Somosree Saha, Pratik Virat "Next-generation helium-free MRI: system design, clinical efficacy, and future outlook". International Journal of Radiology Research, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 12-15
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