Ultrasound and Computer Tomography in the Evaluation of Focal Liver Disease

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Abstract
The results of ultrasound [US] and computed tomography [CT] in 150 patients with possible focal liver disease were compared. US was more sensitive than CT in detecting lesions but similar information on the nature of the lesion was obtained with both methods. CT provided more complete information than US on the extent of the lesion. CT and US are supplementary in the evaluation of focal liver disease. Because of the higher sensitivity US should be the 1st examination, followed, if clinically indicated, by CT for confirmation and possible further information regarding the extent of the lesion.