As cirrhosis progresses, alteration of hemodynamics develops and decreased portal flow is often observed. Since direct measurement of portal pressure (HVPG) is invasive, non-invasive methods have drawn a lot of attention. MRI is one of the non-invasive methods and it is able to provide multiparametric data in one examination. Herein, we evaluate hepatic fibrosis with different stage using multiparametric MRI with emphasis on portal flow measurement.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
49
Multiparametric Liver MRI including following sequences: DCE, DWI, MRE, precontrast flow measurement, fat quantification.
Seoul National University Hospital
Seoul, South Korea
hepatic fibrosis stage
F0-1 vs. F2-4 using multiparametric MRI
Time frame: 1 month after MRI
presence of varix
presence of esophageal or gastric varices using multiparametric MRI
Time frame: 1 month after MRI
comparison of portal flow measurement
comparison of portal flow measurement using DCE and precontrast flow measurement
Time frame: 1 month after MRI
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