Liver elastography

Advanced ultrasound technology

Elastography by ultrasound is a suitable alternative to Fibroscan. Conveniently located in Hamilton East.

Liver elastography is a non-invasive method of testing liver hardness, there are multiple platforms as to how this can be performed, the most common manufacture being Fibroscan. Our ultrasound machines house the best and latest technology of liver elastography with similar results to Fibroscan.

We are able to perform these tests at our clinic for immigration purposes.

What is Liver Elastography? Liver elastography is a cutting-edge non-invasive imaging technique used to evaluate the stiffness and elasticity of the liver. It serves as a valuable alternative to traditional liver biopsy and Fibroscan procedures. By providing real-time data on liver tissue stiffness, elastography aids in the diagnosis and monitoring of liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and other liver conditions.

Benefits

  • Non-invasive: Unlike liver biopsy, elastography does not require tissue samples or incisions, minimising patient discomfort and reducing the risk of complications.

  • Quick and painless: The procedure typically takes only a few minutes to complete, making it convenient for both patients and healthcare providers.

  • Repeatability: The procedure can be performed repeatedly to monitor changes in liver stiffness over time, enabling healthcare professionals to track disease progression and treatment efficacy.

Procedure During a liver elastography exam, a specially designed ultrasound probe is placed on the skin overlying the liver. The probe emits low-frequency sound waves, known as shear waves, which propagate through the liver tissue. By measuring the speed of these shear waves, elastography determines the elasticity of the liver. The entire procedure is painless and does not require anesthesia, making it suitable for patients of all ages.

Preperation You need to fast for 6 hours prior to the examination and it is important that you do not fill your stomach with large quantites of water as this can provide misleading results.

Dual view liver ultrasound with elastography showing liver tissue elasticity in color-coded map; left in green with red/yellow areas, right in blue highlighting elasticity differences.
Person working at a desk with two computer monitors displaying Avanti Ultrasound and a scheduling program, with a headset on their head.