Liver elastography, also known as fibroscan, is a test that studies the liver by measuring itsfat accumulation andhardening of the liver tissue.
It is particularly useful for monitoring the liver diseases, because it allows us to evaluate how they evolve over time and how they respond to treatment.
It is a non-invasive test which is performed exactly like an ultrasound of the abdomen: the probe of the fibroscan It is applied to the skin of the right rib cage. The impulse generated by the device causes the propagation of an elastic wave, the speed of which, measured by ultrasound, is directly related to the stiffness of the liver, which in turn depends on the amount of fibrosis.
Its outcome can suggest the most suitable treatment path for steatosis which may consist of a targeted diet, lifestyle changes or pharmacological treatment.
This is not an exam neither painful nor dangerous It can also be recommended for people with pacemakers or pregnant women. It lasts about 10-15 minutes and requires only a six-hour fast.
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