Table 2 MR elastography and abdominal MRI results.

From: Utility and impact of magnetic resonance elastography in the clinical course and management of chronic liver disease

MR elastography results

 

Mean liver stiffness measurement (SD)

2.66 kPa (1.22)

 No fibrosis (mean LSM < 3 kPa)

74%

 Mild-moderate (grade 1–2) fibrosis (mean LSM 3–4.5 kPa)

20%

 Advanced (grade 3–4) fibrosis (mean LSM > 4.5 kPa)

6%

Mean proton density fat fraction (SD)

7.5% (5.4%)

Additional MRI findings

N (%)

Focal liver lesions

6 (6.25)

Splenomegaly

6 (6.25)

Nodularity

4 (4.16)

Varices

3 (3.13)

Ascites

2 (2.08)

Portal hypertension

1 (1.04)

Dilated portal vein

0 (0)

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