Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Magnetic Resonance Imaging01:24

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

10.1K
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive medical imaging technique based on a phenomenon of nuclear physics discovered in the 1930s, in which matter exposed to magnetic fields and radio waves was found to emit radio signals. In 1970, a physician and researcher named Raymond Damadian noticed that malignant (cancerous) tissue gave off different signals than normal body tissue. He applied for a patent for the first MRI scanning device in clinical use by the early 1980s. The early MRI...
10.1K
Ultrasound II: Endoscopic Ultrasound and FibroScan01:25

Ultrasound II: Endoscopic Ultrasound and FibroScan

954
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and FibroScan are valuable diagnostic tools in gastroenterology and hepatology, each with specific applications and techniques.
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS):
954
Imaging Studies VII: Vascular Imaging01:19

Imaging Studies VII: Vascular Imaging

433
DefinitionRenal angiography, also known as renal arteriography, is an imaging technique used to obtain a comprehensive view of blood flow and the vascular structure of blood vessels in the kidneys and surrounding areas.PurposeRenal angiography detects blood vessel abnormalities in the kidneys, such as aneurysms, stenosis, thrombosis, vascular tumors, and renal artery stenosis. It evaluates kidney function and guides interventional treatments like angioplasty or stent placement.Pre-Procedure...
433
Applications Of NMR In Biology01:25

Applications Of NMR In Biology

4.7K
Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a very valuable analytical technique for researchers. It has been used for more than 50 years as an analytical tool. F. Bloch and E. Purcell formulated NMR in 1946 and won the 1952 Nobel Prize in Physics  for their work. Biological macromolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and organic molecules including pharmaceutical compounds, can be studied using this versatile tool that exploits the magnetic properties of certain nuclei.
4.7K
Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System IV: CMRI01:21

Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System IV: CMRI

461
Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging, or CMRI, is a non-invasive diagnostic test that employs a magnetic field and radiofrequency waves to create precise images of the heart and arteries. It provides comprehensive information about cardiac anatomy, function, perfusion, and tissue characterization without ionizing radiation.IndicationsCMRI diagnoses various heart conditions, including tissue damage from heart attacks, ischemic heart disease, myocarditis, aortic issues (tears, aneurysms,...
461

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

NOP56 is essential for mammalian generation and maintenance of multiple central nervous systems, associated with SCA36 pathology.

Acta neuropathologica communications·2026
Same author

Diagnostic and Prognostic Applications of PET/CT in Small-cell Lung Cancer.

Cancer diagnosis & prognosis·2026
Same author

Tracing genome size dynamics in sharks and rays with inclusive sequence analysis by the Squalomix Consortium.

Genome research·2026
Same author

Clinical Value of a Novel Apparent Diffusion Coefficient-Based Bi-Color Map for Detecting Clinically Significant Prostate Cancer: A Retrospective Study.

Cancers·2026
Same author

Dosimetric and clinical outcomes of stereotactic body radiotherapy for primary lung cancer: isocenter-based vs. volume-based prescription.

Frontiers in medicine·2026
Same author

Evaluating artificial intelligence-generated synthesized mammography as a standalone alternative to digital mammography with or without tomosynthesis.

Japanese journal of radiology·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 10, 2026

Novel In Vivo Micro-Computed Tomography Imaging Techniques for Assessing the Progression of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
08:41

Novel In Vivo Micro-Computed Tomography Imaging Techniques for Assessing the Progression of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Published on: March 24, 2023

1.9K

Diffusion-weighted imaging of the liver: Current applications.

Kazuhiro Saito1, Yu Tajima1, Taiyo L Harada1

  • 1Kazuhiro Saito, Yu Tajima, Taiyo L Harada, Department of Radiology, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan.

World Journal of Radiology
|December 9, 2016
PubMed
Summary

Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) is a valuable tool for liver assessment, aiding in tumor detection and therapy prediction. Further standardization is needed to enhance its accuracy and reproducibility for clinical use.

Keywords:
Diffusion weighted imagingFibrosisLesion characterizationLiver

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: A Non-Invasive Tool to Assess and Differentiate Fat Patterns in Liver Using 3D Dixon MRI
05:37

Author Spotlight: A Non-Invasive Tool to Assess and Differentiate Fat Patterns in Liver Using 3D Dixon MRI

Published on: October 20, 2023

2.3K
Tracking the Mammary Architectural Features and Detecting Breast Cancer with Magnetic Resonance Diffusion Tensor Imaging
15:48

Tracking the Mammary Architectural Features and Detecting Breast Cancer with Magnetic Resonance Diffusion Tensor Imaging

Published on: December 15, 2014

23.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 10, 2026

Novel In Vivo Micro-Computed Tomography Imaging Techniques for Assessing the Progression of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
08:41

Novel In Vivo Micro-Computed Tomography Imaging Techniques for Assessing the Progression of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Published on: March 24, 2023

1.9K
Author Spotlight: A Non-Invasive Tool to Assess and Differentiate Fat Patterns in Liver Using 3D Dixon MRI
05:37

Author Spotlight: A Non-Invasive Tool to Assess and Differentiate Fat Patterns in Liver Using 3D Dixon MRI

Published on: October 20, 2023

2.3K
Tracking the Mammary Architectural Features and Detecting Breast Cancer with Magnetic Resonance Diffusion Tensor Imaging
15:48

Tracking the Mammary Architectural Features and Detecting Breast Cancer with Magnetic Resonance Diffusion Tensor Imaging

Published on: December 15, 2014

23.4K

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Hepatology

Background:

  • Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) is a routine liver MRI sequence with potential as an imaging biomarker.
  • It shows promise for detecting liver fibrosis, characterizing tumors, and monitoring therapy response.
  • The clinical utility of DWI is established, particularly in detecting malignant liver lesions when combined with contrast-enhanced MRI.

Approach:

  • Researchers have focused on validating DWI techniques for improved reliability, accuracy, and reproducibility.
  • Validation efforts encompass image acquisition, data sampling, and analysis methodologies.
  • Standardization of imaging parameters and analysis is crucial for consistent results.

Key Points:

  • DWI is effective in detecting malignant liver lesions, especially with contrast enhancement.
  • Limitations persist in precise lesion characterization and reliable fibrosis detection using DWI.
  • Inconsistent methodologies in image acquisition and data analysis hinder widespread adoption and reliability.

Conclusions:

  • DWI is a valuable, routinely used liver MRI technique with significant potential.
  • Further research and standardization are essential to overcome current limitations in accuracy and reproducibility.
  • Standardized imaging protocols and analysis methods will maximize the clinical value of liver DWI.