A simple technique for sonographic estimation of liver volume.
A procedure for estimation of liver volume with the sonographic real-time technique is reported. Testing of this procedure in vitro revealed a very good linear correlation of sonographically determined liver volumes and liver volumes measured by water displacement. In an in-vivo measurement of 70 healthy subjects, a mean of 1402 ccm was determined for men and 1257 ccm for women. A statistically significant correlation was found with body weight and body surface. The method presented is simple and can be carried out in a short time during a routine examination.
Gladisch
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Klinikum Mannheim, Universität Heidelberg, Dept. of Internal Medicine.
Elfner
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Schlauch
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Heene
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008099:Liver / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D012737:Sex Factors; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000379:methods*