Iodine density Changes in Hepatic and Splenic Parenchyma in Liver Cirrhosis with Dual Energy CT (DECT): A Preliminary Study

ConclusionBased on iodine density measurement in DECT, it is possible to evaluate the hemodynamic changes in liver and spleen parenchyma in liver cirrhosis. Quantitative indices of AIF and NIDLAP demonstrate positive correlation with Child-Pugh grade, which accommodates potential possibility for DECT as a noninvasive tool in assessing the severity of liver cirrhosis.
Source: Academic Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research