MRI for Liver (Procedures) - Video Lesson

Hey everyone. Welcome to today's lesson on the MRI of the Liver. In this lesson, we will discuss patient preparation and setup, slice positioning, indications for this exam, protocol sequences, and discuss a common imaging challenge associated with this study. Let's get started. An MRI of the liver can be used to evaluate anatomical structures, vasculature, and functional assessment. Common indications for this study include benign or malignant lesions, cirrhosis, hemochromatosis, hepatitis, fatty liver, and hepatocyte function. Let's take a look at the patient preparation and setup for this exam. There are several steps that may be easier to perform prior to positioning the patient on the table. First, for a patient needing an abdomen scan, intravenous access should be performed. The steps for proper venipuncture technique