ADC values (mean) of metabolites in the gray matter of healthy subjects and in nonaffected areas of patients with MELAS
| Values (×10−3mm2/s) | Healthy Subjects (n = 15) | Nonaffected Areas in Patients (n = 8) | PValue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cho | 0.20 ± 0.07 | 0.30 ± 0.08 | .00002 |
| Cr | 0.20 ± 0.07 | 0.30 ± 0.05 | .00002 |
| NAA | 0.21 ± 0.05 | 0.35 ± 0.06 | .00001 |