Gadoxetic acid magnetic-enhanced resonance imaging in the diagnosis of cholangiocarcinoma
Riccardo Inchingolo, Cesare Maino, Marco Gatti, Eleonora Tricarico, M Nardella, Luigi Grazioli, Sandro Sironi, Davide Ippolito, Riccardo Faletti
Abstract
The use of liver magnetic resonance imaging is increasing thanks to its multiparametric sequences that allow a better tissue characterization, and the use of hepatobiliary contrast agents. This review aims to evaluate gadoxetic acid enhanced magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis and staging of cholangiocarcinoma and its different clinical and radiological classifications proposed in the literature. We also analyze the epidemiology, risk factors in correlation with clinical findings and laboratory data.
Topics & Concepts
Gadoxetic acidMagnetic resonance imagingMedicineNuclear magnetic resonanceRadiologyGadolinium DTPAPathologyNuclear medicinePhysicsCholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer StudiesGallbladder and Bile Duct DisordersPediatric Hepatobiliary Diseases and Treatments