MRE in NAFLD: Promising but Further Validation is Required

Abstract

MR elastography is a novel method for non-invasive fibrosis assessment, not yet sufficiently validated. In a recent study in 104 patients Park, Gastroenterology 2017; 152: 598-602), MRE was compared to transient elastography for the diagnosis of fibrosis is nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. The current viewpoint critically appraises this study.

Keywords

• Fibrosis
• Fibroscan
• Non-invasive
• Cirrhosis