LI-RADS: Current Status and Future Directions.

Korean J Radiol

Liver Imaging Group, Department of Radiology, UC San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA.

Published: December 2024


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The Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System (LI-RADS) is a comprehensive system that uses standardized terminology, technique, interpretation, and reporting of imaging studies for hepatocellular carcinoma surveillance, diagnosis, and locoregional treatment response assessment. Since its initial release in 2011, LI-RADS has evolved and expanded in scope. In this article, we discuss recent updates intended to address clinical needs and mitigate current challenges.

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