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Review
. 2021 Aug;29(3):347-358.
doi: 10.1016/j.mric.2021.05.004.

MR Imaging of Diffuse Liver Disease

Robert M Marks  1 , Kathryn J Fowler  2 , Mustafa R Bashir  3
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Review

MR Imaging of Diffuse Liver Disease

Robert M Marks et al. Magn Reson Imaging Clin N Am. 2021 Aug.

Abstract

The liver performs many vital functions for the human body. It stores essential vitamins and minerals, such as iron and vitamins A, D, K, and B12. It synthesizes proteins, such as blood clotting factors, albumin, and glycogen, as well as cholesterol, carbohydrates, and triglycerides. Additionally, it acts as a detoxifier, metabolizing and helping to clear alcohol, drugs, and ammonia. Typical MR imaging protocols for liver imaging include T2-weighted, chemical shift imaging, and precontrast and postcontrast T1-weighted sequences. This article discussed MR imaging of diffuse liver diseases and their typical imaging findings.

Keywords: Diffuse; Fat; Iron; Liver; MR imaging.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure R.M. Marks: no relevant disclosures. The views expressed in this presentation are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Navy, Department of Defense, or the US Government. R.M. Marks is a military service member or federal/contracted employee of the United States government. This work was prepared as part of his official duties. Title 17 U.S C. 105 provides that “copyright protection under this title is not available for any work of the United States Government.” Title 17 U.S C. 101 defines a U.S. Government work as work prepared by a military service member or employee of the U.S. Government as part of that person’s official duties. K.J. Fowler and M.R. Bashir: no relevant disclosures.