Performance comparison of gadoxetic and extracellular MRI in diagnosing subcentimeter recurrent HCC after hepatectomy: a modified algorithm

Key Points

• This research aims to compare the effectiveness of gadoxetic MRI and extracellular MRI in diagnosing recurrent HCC.
• Utilized a modified algorithm based on EOB-MRI.
• Compared sensitivity and specificity of gadoxetic MRI and extracellular MRI.
• Focused on subcentimeter recurrent HCC post-hepatectomy.
• Increased sensitivity for detecting subcentimeter HCC with the modified EOB-MRI algorithm.
• Maintained high specificity compared to extracellular MRI.
• Facilitated quicker diagnosis for salvage treatment opportunities.