Small Nodule Detection in Cirrhotic Livers: Evaluation with US, Spiral CT, and MRI and Correlation with Pathologic Examination of Explanted Liver

Abstract

Contrast-enhanced MRI is the most sensitive technique for detecting liver nodules. No MR signal intensity pattern characteristic of small HCCs enables differentiation from benign nodules, however. Gadolinium enhancement is the most sensitive and specific characteristic of HCC.