Clinical Implementation of a Focused MRI Protocol for Hepatic Fat and Iron Quantification

OBJECTIVE. The purpose of this article is to describe our institutional experience with the clinical implementation of a novel focused rapid chemical shift–encoded MRI protocol specifically intended to detect and quantify hepatic steatosis and iron overload, highlighting usage statistics and issues related to cost. CONCLUSION. Focused MRI examinations for specific clinical indications, such as this protocol for detection and quantification of hepatic steatosis and iron overload, are feasible in a busy clinical practice and add value for patients and referring providers.