Pathology of the Liver and Spleen - Part 2: Spleen Pathology
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Abdomen Exam Prep
Pathology of the Liver and Spleen - Part 2: Spleen Pathology
Explore sonographic findings for hepatitis, fatty infiltration, and cirrhosis while mastering liver function tests like ALT and AST. Understand how increased attenuation and nodular surfaces indicate advanced hepatic disease and portal hypertension. ARDMS, ARRT, and CCI registry exam preparation.
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19:54 lessonElevated ALT and AST levels indicate hepatocellular damage. Acute hepatitis presents as a hypoechoic liver, while fatty infiltration causes increased attenuation and a hyperechoic appearance.
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