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DMS 423 - ML4
DMS Hepatic
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does the term hepatopetal mean? | Toward the liver, usually referring to the normal direction of portal vein flow |
| What is the name of the syndrome describing a hepatic vein thrombosis? | Budd-Chiari Syndrome |
| Approximately how much of the incoming blood into the liver is supplied from the hepatic artery? | 30% |
| What vessel does the hepatic artery branch off of? | Celiac trunk |
| How long should patients fast prior to a Hepatic Doppler examination? | 8-12 hours |
| What is the normal diameter of the right hepatic vein? | Less than 6mm |
| True/False. The normal SMV flow is hepatopetal. | True |
| What is the term used to describe an abnormal increase in portal venous pressure as a result of obstruction of blood flow through the liver? | Portal Hypertension |
| True/False. To be considered normal, the portal vein must measure greater than 13mm. | False |
| What vessel of the liver demonstrates the brightest wall appearance? | Portal Vein |