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That just means that there are different degrees of intensity in the signal. Look at it like the different degrees of contrast in a picture...
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In the context of imaging, heterogeneous signal intensity refers to variations in signal strength within a specific region or structure. This variability can be due to different tissue compositions, pathologies, or artifacts, leading to a mixed or irregular appearance on the image.
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