MR Elastography (MRE) measures stiffness by assessing four images across the entire liver, resulting in a comprehensive and incredibly accurate diagnosis not available with other non-invasive technologies. In addition to a stiffness score measured in kPa, clinicians and patients often receive color-coded maps of their liver fibrosis, called Elastograms. In these intuitive maps, red corresponds to highly advanced fibrosis, while purple represents healthy liver tissue.
MRE offers Radiologists and referrers a powerful new option for liver assessment. This non-invasive approach can enable more frequent evaluation when closer monitoring is needed. By creating a visual representation of liver tissue stiffness, MRE helps radiologists deliver a more confident diagnosis at a lower cost than previous techniques.
MR Elastography (MRE) measures stiffness by assessing four images across the entire liver, resulting in a comprehensive and incredibly accurate diagnosis not available with other non-invasive technologies. In addition to a stiffness score measured in kPa, clinicians and patients often receive color-coded maps of their liver fibrosis, called Elastograms. In these intuitive maps, red corresponds to highly advanced fibrosis, while purple represents healthy liver tissue.
Your liver responds to many diseases that damage its cells by developing scar tissue or fibrosis. If poked, a healthy liver is very soft. Alternatively, a liver that has developed fibrosis is firmer, and if the condition progresses to cirrhosis, the liver can be almost rock-hard.