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Would a contrast ct scan with barium swallow pick up decompensated liver cirrhosis?

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It should: Oral contrast and intravenous contrast is needed to evaluate if there's compensation of the liver. Ultrasound also can show blood flow direction to further help in evaluating the liver

Answered 2/11/2021

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Would a contrast ct scan with barium swallow pick up decompensated liver cirrhosis?

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