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Can fibrosis be missed on ct scan and ultrasounds? im in tears gallbladder issues now im terrified?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

US or CT scan of the liver can miss early phase of liver fibrosis but not advanced fibrosis and cirrhosis of the liver.

Answered 6/22/2021

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