Hemochromatosis Flashcards

1
Q

what does hemochromatosis cause?

A

Increased levels of iron in the blood

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2
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what occurs to the echogenicity of the liver?

A

Increases

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3
Q

what is a differential diagnosis of hemochromatosis

A

Cirrhosis

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4
Q

what can hemochromatosis lead to

A

Portal hypertension

cirrhosis

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5
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what is the sonographic appearance?

A

hepatomegaly

cirrhotic changes

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