Late Gadolinium Enhancement

Late Gadolinium Enhancement (LGE) is a medical imaging technique often used in cardiac MRI to study heart tissue. It involves injecting a contrast dye containing gadolinium, which highlights areas of the heart that may be damaged, such as from a previous heart attack or scarring. After a delay post-injection, the MRI captures images, showing how the dye accumulates in the heart muscle. Areas that are damaged absorb the dye differently than healthy tissue, allowing doctors to identify problems, assess heart function, and guide treatment decisions effectively.