We demonstrate simultaneous diffusion-relaxometry in the in-vivo human placenta. Two MRI measures widely used for characterizing the placenta, T2* relaxometry and diffusion, are combined into a single scan. We estimate the T2*-ADC spectrum, which enables study of the coupling between these complementary MR contrasts by disentangling joint effects. This gives new potential for improved characterisation of placental dysfunction compared to single contrast MRI and/or ultrasound, and hence could inform improved evaluation of pregnancy complications.
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