Question 1

liver is mildly enlarged in size 152 mm & mildly echogenic in appearance. no focal lesion. what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Hepatic steatosis: Increased echogenicity of the liver on us usually means that there is fatty infiltration. Please see the following links for more info

http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmed/14969505

http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/fatty_liver

http://emedicine.Medscape.Com/article/175472-overview.

Question 2

visualized portions of the liver are homogeneous in echogenicity. no gross focal hepatic lesion"  what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

This is normal.: It means that the liver is uniform (the same all over) and doesn't have any areas that are scarred or damaged or abnormal.

Question 3

liver is diffusely increased with echogenicity without focal hepatitic lesion negative sonographic murphys sign no pericholecystic fluid wall measure is normal at 2.1. diffuse fibrofatty filtration of liver. what does this mean? can it be reversed

Accepted Answer

Fatty liver: Excess fat in your liver or fatty liver, alcoholic or nonalcoholic, is described. Fortunately no scarring is present. Hopefully no inflammation, as evidenced by symptoms and elevated liver enzymes, is present. You can reverse the changes by abstaining from alcohol, reducing weight if you're overweight, and following a low fat, low carbohydrate diet. A gastroenterologist can advise and follow you.

Question 4

liver is diffusely increased with echogenicity without focal hepatitic lesion. gallbladder no stones or sludge. negative sonographic murphys sign and no pericholcystic fluid. wall measure normal at 2.1. cbd 3.8 diffuse fibrofatty infiltration  means?

Accepted Answer

Early Dx of Cirrhosi:  Early diagnosis of liver cirrhosis is very important. Prognosis and management of chronic liver diseases hinge strongly on the amount and progression of liver fibrosis. Variety of causes of liver cirrhosis, with alcohol consumption, viruses, and fatty liver disease making up the majority of factors. Micronodular Cirrhosis  in chronic alcoholic, hepatitis C, and PBC. Macronodular cirrhosis  in HBV

Question 5

i would like to ask what is" multiple tiny echogenic nodules scattered within the right liver. there is a complex cystic lesion in segment v?

Accepted Answer

Descriptive: This is from results of testing a damaged liver. It is intended for use by the doctor who ordered the test to guide treatment and advise patient regarding decisions. You need to ask that doctor for a consultation. A 2nd opinion of results may make sense too if yoou are not clear. Best wishes!

Question 6

the 'finding' on us "increased parenchymal echogenicity w/out focal mass lesion." the impression states: "echodense liver consistent w/ diffuse hepatocellular disease." is it more likely simple fatty liver, another type of fatty liver, or cirrhosis?

Accepted Answer

: We need more history of your medical problem.... e.g. why did you have the liver ultrasound done?
You need a medical examination by a PCP/Internist.
We need to know if your liver is enlarged on physical exam? Liver function tests should also be done and if abnormal, you may need further testing including a MRI scan and possibly a needle biopsy of the liver.

Question 7

the 'finding' on us "increased parenchymal echogenicity w/out focal mass lesion." the  impression states: "echodense liver consistent w/ diffuse hepatocellular disease."  is it more likely simple fatty liver, another type of fatty liver or cirrhosis?

Accepted Answer

: The findings you provided suggest more than fatty liver. It would be prudent to see a liver specialist, as it is not feasible to provide meaningful opinion without examining you and additional testing.
Wish you good health!

Question 8

my radiologist report : liver displays raised parenchymal echogenicity with no mass lesion or dilated ducts. my blood test : ggt reading is 285 h iu/l?

Accepted Answer

Good news/bad news: Your liver does not have any tumor or cyst formation; however, GGT elevation suggests irritation/inflammation ( alcohol. hepatitis, infection etc. ) Abstain from any/all alcohol and certainly get screen for infectious hepatitis A, B and C.

Question 9

17 68cm liver and i inceased echogenicity what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Distinguish diseases: Distinguish fatty liver (steatosis) from fatty liver with abnormal liver tests (steatohepatitis). Best to start with a weight loss diet based on calorie and fat restriction, avoid alcohol, control diabetes & cholesterol (if present).  Your doctor will likely want to monitor your labwork, image the liver, & rule out other diseases that can mimick the pattern of liver tests seen with fatty changes.

Question 10

what does increasing echogenicity of the liver parenchyma mean?

Accepted Answer

Most commonly: This is seen with increased fat content of the liver. Fatty livers are most commonly seen in patients ingesting too much fat in their diets or the result of excessive alcohol intake.

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Liver is mildly enlarged in size 152 mm & mildly echogenic in appearance. no focal lesion. what does it mean?

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Visualized portions of the liver are homogeneous in echogenicity. no gross focal hepatic lesion" what does this mean?

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Liver is diffusely increased with echogenicity without focal hepatitic lesion negative sonographic murphys sign no pericholecystic fluid wall measure is normal at 2.1. diffuse fibrofatty filtration of liver. what does this mean? can it be reversed

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Liver is diffusely increased with echogenicity without focal hepatitic lesion. gallbladder no stones or sludge. negative sonographic murphys sign and no pericholcystic fluid. wall measure normal at 2.1. cbd 3.8 diffuse fibrofatty infiltration means?

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I would like to ask what is" multiple tiny echogenic nodules scattered within the right liver. there is a complex cystic lesion in segment v?

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The 'finding' on us "increased parenchymal echogenicity w/out focal mass lesion." the impression states: "echodense liver consistent w/ diffuse hepatocellular disease." is it more likely simple fatty liver, another type of fatty liver, or cirrhosis?

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The 'finding' on us "increased parenchymal echogenicity w/out focal mass lesion." the impression states: "echodense liver consistent w/ diffuse hepatocellular disease." is it more likely simple fatty liver, another type of fatty liver or cirrhosis?

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My radiologist report : liver displays raised parenchymal echogenicity with no mass lesion or dilated ducts. my blood test : ggt reading is 285 h iu/l?

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17 68cm liver and i inceased echogenicity what does this mean?

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