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Quantitative MRI sequences could be a noninvasive assessment modality in the diagnosis and evaluation of CKD. In particular, T1ρ may be a suitable MR sequence parameter to assess renal parenchymal fibrosis in a quantitative manner. Moreover, monitoring the change in common metabolites using MRS may reflect the alteration of osmolality in the renal medulla in CKD.
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