Automated MRI technology for quick evaluation of liver disease
Fully Automated High-Throughput Quantitative MRI of the Liver
This study is working on a new MRI system that uses smart technology to quickly check liver health in kids and young adults with chronic liver disease, making it easier and safer to measure liver fat and iron levels without any painful procedures.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11017841 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a fully automated MRI system that can quickly and accurately assess chronic liver disease in under five minutes. By utilizing advanced artificial intelligence and innovative MRI techniques, the project seeks to provide reliable measurements of liver fat and iron levels without the need for invasive procedures. The goal is to make this technology widely available, allowing for efficient and cost-effective monitoring of liver health, particularly for children and young adults at risk of liver conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and young adults under 21 who are at risk for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or have conditions leading to liver iron overload.
Not a fit: Patients with liver diseases that require invasive diagnostic procedures or those who do not fall within the age range of 0-21 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more accurate diagnosis of liver diseases, improving patient outcomes and enabling timely interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using AI and automated imaging techniques for medical diagnostics, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reeder, Scott B. — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Reeder, Scott B.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.