Hepatic MR Elastography by Using Optimized Flexible Drivers

Hepatic MR Elastography (MRE) is an accurate noninvasive method for detecting liver fibrosis. Conventional drivers for hepatic MRE are usually rigid, but human bodies are soft and contoured. Therefore, the mechanical coupling between rigid drivers and human body is often not optimal, resulting in potential issues such as wave interferences in the liver. Previous developed hepatic flexible driver was optimized in this study for higher efficiency. Patients with a large range of liver fibrosis stage underwent MRE with both the flexible and rigid drivers. The mean difference was 0.11kPa, indicating that both drivers are equivalent for measuring liver stiffness.

How to access this content:

For one year after publication, abstracts and videos are only open to registrants of this annual meeting. Registrants should use their existing login information. Non-registrant access can be purchased via the ISMRM E-Library.

After one year, current ISMRM & ISMRT members get free access to both the abstracts and videos. Non-members and non-registrants must purchase access via the ISMRM E-Library.

After two years, the meeting proceedings (abstracts) are opened to the public and require no login information. Videos remain behind password for access by members, registrants and E-Library customers.

Click here for more information on becoming a member.