Advanced Liver Health Assessment
Non-invasive, painless, and accurate liver evaluation
Dr. Fernando Ibarra uses cutting-edge Fibroscan technology to provide comprehensive liver health assessments. Get valuable insights into your liver condition with this quick, comfortable procedure.
What is Fibroscan?
Fibroscan is an advanced liver ultrasound imaging tool that physicians use to diagnose and manage chronic liver disease. It is a painless and non-invasive procedure that provides valuable insights into the health of your liver.
Non-Invasive
No needles, no biopsy required
Quick & Easy
Results in just 10-15 minutes
Accurate
Precise measurement of liver health
How Does Fibroscan Work?
Fibroscan provides two critical measurements: elasticity and attenuation.
- Elasticity indicates the amount of fibrosis, or scar tissue, you have in your liver
- Attenuation relates to the level of fat in the organ
These measurements help determine if you have fatty liver disease and its severity.
What to Expect During Your Fibroscan
Preparation
Fast for 4 hours prior to your examination and wear clothing that allows access to your rib cage.
Comfortable Position
You'll lie down on an examination table with a small pad placed under the right side of your back.
Gentle Procedure
The pad vibrates gently to create waves that pass through your liver, measured with an ultrasound probe.
Understanding Your Fibroscan Results
Dr. Fernando Ibarra will provide you with two Fibroscan scores: one related to fibrosis and the other to fat. Based on your scores, you'll understand what stage of fibrosis you are at and what grade or percentage of fat you have.
Fibrosis Stages
Steatosis Grades
Progression of Liver Disease
Early diagnosis is key to reversing progression
Healthy Liver
Normal liver function
NAFLD
Fatty accumulation in the liver - Reversible
NASH
Fatty with inflammation and scarring - Reversible
Cirrhosis
Scar tissue replaces liver cells - Irreversible
Important: The NAFLD and NASH stages are considered reversible, while cirrhosis is irreversible.
Why is Early Detection Important?
Fatty liver disease is considered a silent epidemic because there are typically no noticeable symptoms, which can lead to underdiagnosis. With early detection and intervention, fatty liver disease can be halted or even reversed.
Making healthy lifestyle changes, such as eating a nutritious diet and exercising, can greatly improve your liver health.
Symptoms to Watch For
While fatty liver disease may not present obvious symptoms, there are signs to be aware of:
- Fatigue
- Unexplained weight loss
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
Higher Risk Factors
If you have type 2 diabetes, obesity, hypertension, or metabolic disease, you may be at higher risk for fatty liver disease and should discuss screening with Dr. Ibarra.
Expert Care with Dr. Fernando Ibarra
Dr. Fernando Ibarra brings decades of experience in gastroenterology and liver health assessment. Using advanced Fibroscan technology, he provides comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans for optimal liver health.
Take Control of Your Liver Health Today
Schedule your Fibroscan assessment with Dr. Fernando Ibarra and get the insights you need for optimal liver health.
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