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Hydrogen peroxide contrast hepatosonography.

X F Wang1, Y Z Huang, H R Chen

  • 1Department of Ultrasound, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical University, Wuhan.

Chinese Medical Journal
|April 1, 1991
PubMed
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Hydrogen peroxide contrast hepatosonography (HPCH) is a novel liver imaging technique. HPCH effectively differentiates liver lesions and assesses portal circulation, despite potential side effects.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Hepatology
  • Diagnostic Ultrasound

Background:

  • Liver examination traditionally relies on various imaging modalities.
  • There is a need for innovative techniques to enhance liver visualization and lesion detection.
  • Portal circulation assessment is crucial for diagnosing liver diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate hydrogen peroxide contrast hepatosonography (HPCH) as a new liver examination technique.
  • To assess the efficacy of HPCH in visualizing liver parenchyma and detecting space-occupying lesions.
  • To determine the utility of HPCH in measuring portal circulation parameters.

Main Methods:

  • HPCH involves rectal administration of 5-10 ml of 2-3% hydrogen peroxide.
  • The contrast agent passes through the mucosa into the portal vein, generating enhanced echoes.

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  • A total of 297 subjects underwent HPCH examination.

    • Main Results:

    • HPCH achieved a successful contrast rate of 95.6%.
    • Normal livers showed dense contrast echoes throughout the parenchyma.
    • Contrast echo defects were observed in patients with hepatoma, hemangioma, cyst, and abscess.

    Conclusions:

    • HPCH is a valuable tool for differentiating space-occupying liver lesions.
    • The technique aids in measuring portal circulation time and blood flow velocity.
    • Untoward reactions were noted, requiring consideration in clinical application.