Diffuse hepatic steatosis - grade I

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

lFT derangement.

Patient Data

Age: 50 years
Gender: Male

Liver ultrasound

ultrasound

Diffuse increased echogenicity of the liver parenchyma in keeping with mild hepatic steatosis. Liver contours are smooth and there are no focal hepatic lesions. Portal vein is patent and has anterograde flow.

Normal gallbladder and biliary tree. 

Normal Spleen.

Case Discussion

This case illustrates mildly increased liver echogenicity with a clear depiction of the portal and hepatic veins, in keeping with mild diffuse hepatic steatosis

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.

Updating… Please wait.

 Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.

 Thank you for updating your details.