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fatty tissue buildup in liver
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Does ligation of hepatic artery cause hepatic infarction?
no
How do you differentiate between an artery and vein in the liver?
The hepatic artery in the liver enters from the bottom and is much smaller in diameter than the aorta or the portal vein that it lies above. The hepatic vein exits the liver from the top, carries blood through the top portion of the liver, and is larger in diameter than the hepatic artery.
How is the blood from the alimentary canal returned to the heart?
Through the hepatic portal vein, hepatic vein and vena cava.
What is the hepatic artery to portal vein blood flow ratio?
1;3
The liver receives blood from what artery?
The liver receives blood from two sources: Oxygenated blood is supplied in the hepatic artery, a branch of the celiac artery from the abdominal aorta; and venous blood from the entire gastrointestinal tract is brought to the liver by the hepatic portal vein. The blood leaves the liver via a central vein in each lobule, which drains in the hepatic vein.
What is diffuse hepatic steatosis?
Also called "fatty liver," diffuse hepatic steatosis is a condition where fat is stored in the liver due to an accumulation of lipids like triglycerides. The main cause is diminished metabolism of fatty acids caused by the impairment of certain enzymes and receptors, insulin resistance, or the overconsumption of alcohol.
My wifes sonography report shows -grade 1 hepatic steatosis - small hyperechoic lesion involving mid pole of rt kidney angiomyolipoma what are these?
i dont no
What does increased echogenicity of the hepatic parenchyma consistent with steatosis is demonstrated mean?
The waves are being reflected back more than usual because of a buildup of fat in the liver, e.g. fatty liver. Can be due to excess alcohol intake.
What is steatosis?
fatty tissue buildup in liver
Is liver steatosis the same as fatty liver?
Yes.
What veins drain the liver?
hepatic
What diseases can you get from not exercising enough?
There are almost to many to name but to name a few, Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Dementia, Hepatic steatosis(liver disease)... the list can go on and on. But by maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly, you can decrease your risk for these potentially fatal diseases significantly.
Does ligation of hepatic artery cause hepatic infarction?
no
What diseases can effect the liver?
cirrhosis, hepatitis, cancer in the body elsewhere (steatosis)
What is unusual about the hepatic portal vein?
The hepatic portal vein in frogs is unusual in that it is divided into two portals, the hepatic and the renal. In higher vertebrates, the hepatic portal system is the only one present.
What is mild diffuse hepatic steatosis?
It means that fat is depositing in the liver. It is seen commonly in heavy people, particularly people with diabetes or early difficulty processing sugar. High fructose corn syrup is more likely to cause this than cane sugar. It is rarely a problem other than causing a mild rise in the blood tests done to check for liver damage and is best treated with a low carb / low fat diet and weight loss and avoiding fructose as a sweetener.
What organ does hepatic refer to?
Hepatic refers to the liver.
