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Review
. 2010 Apr;40(4):431-7.
doi: 10.1007/s00247-009-1522-0.

MRI of the liver--how to do it

Shreyas S Vasanawala  1
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Review

MRI of the liver--how to do it

Shreyas S Vasanawala. Pediatr Radiol. 2010 Apr.

Abstract

This article details indications, patient preparation, pulse sequences/protocols, and contrast agents for pediatric hepatobiliary MRI. When performed well, MRI provides superior diagnostic information relative to CT for evaluation of hepatic tumors, liver transplants, and biliary disease.

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