Key result
Current imaging techniques like ultrasound, CT, and MR spectroscopy can detect hepatic fat content in NAFLD but are limited in their ability to detect coexisting inflammation and fibrosis.
Why the study?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of various imaging techniques for assessing hepatic fat content in NAFLD?
Population
Patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
Design
Review
Authors
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Current imaging limits full NAFLD staging in practice; leaves open need for techniques detecting inflammation and fibrosis.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of various imaging techniques for assessing hepatic fat content in NAFLD?
Current imaging techniques can detect hepatic fat content in NAFLD but cannot reliably assess coexisting inflammation and fibrosis.
Roldán-Valadéz et al. (2008) conducted a review in Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Radiological imaging techniques (Ultrasound, CT, MR spectroscopy) was evaluated. Current imaging techniques like ultrasound, CT, and MR spectroscopy can detect hepatic fat content in NAFLD but are limited in their ability to detect coexisting inflammation and fibrosis.
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