Hepatic Steatosis Assessment Using Quantitative Ultrasound Parametric Imaging Based on Backscatter Envelope Statistics

Hepatic steatosis is a key manifestation of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Early detection of hepatic steatosis is of critical importance. Currently, liver biopsy is the clinical golden standard for hepatic steatosis assessment. However, liver biopsy is invasive and associated with sampl...

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Main Authors: Zhuhuang Zhou, Qiyu Zhang, Weiwei Wu, Shuicai Wu, Po-Hsiang Tsui
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/9/4/661