Acoustic Radiation Force Impulse Elastography of the Kidneys

2014135 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Kenichiro Asano

Ai Ogata · Kurashiki Central Hospital

Keiko Tanaka · Kurashiki Central Hospital

Y. Ide · Kurashiki Central Hospital

Akiko Sankoda · Kurashiki Central Hospital

Chieko Kawakita · Kurashiki Central Hospital

Mana Nishikawa · Kurashiki Central Hospital

Abstract

This study indicates that diminution of blood flow may affect SWV values in the kidneys more than the progression of tissue fibrosis. Future studies for reducing data variance are needed for effective use of acoustic radiation force impulse elastography in patients with chronic kidney disease.

Topics & Keywords

Ultrasound Imaging and Elastography Ultrasound and Hyperthermia Applications Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine

Volume 33, Issue 5, pp. 793-801

DOI: 10.7863/ultra.33.5.793

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