The Role of Diffusion-Weighted MRI in Correlation with Contrast-Enhanced MRI and Histopathology in the Evaluation of Focal Liver Lesions
DWI is a valuable imaging technique in the evaluation of focal liver lesions. The ability to differentiate between benign and malignant liver lesions without the need for contrast is a significant benefit, particularly in challenging cases involving uncooperative patients or when contrast administration is contraindicated.
Authors
- Jyotsna Yarlagadda
- Sujata Patnaik
- Sukanya Bhrugumalla
- Tarani Chetana Naga Sai
- Mahidhar Varigonda
- Surya Ramachandra Varma Gunturi
Institutions
- Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cureus
- Published
- 2024-10-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.71261
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- MRI in cancer diagnosis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.21