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Multidetector computed tomography for assessment of hepatic fibrosis

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: Multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) is widely accessible, reproducible, fast, and has high temporal and spatial resolution with multiple postprocessing capabilities.1 This is currently the most commonly used imaging modality in a wide variety of indications in abdominal imaging where liver disease may or may not be present or suspected.2 A variety of CT parameters, many of which can be measured retrospectively and without specific equipment or technique, can be used in the assessment of liver disease.However, CT uses ionizing radiation and, in many cases, intravenous iodinebased contrast media, which must be taken into consideration when choosing CT as an imaging modality.Recently, some improved tools and metrics have emerged that are quantifiable and may have more utility early in disease.

Source: Clinical Liver Disease

DOI: 10.1002/cld.715

Authors: Meghan G. Lubner, Perry J. Pickhardt

Institutions: University of Wisconsin–Madison, University of Wisconsin Health

Language: English

Topic: Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funders: Philips, Ethicon