Association of liver multi-parameter quantitative metrics determined by dual-layer spectral detector computed tomography (SDCT) with coronary plaque scores.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hepatic steatosis is closely related to the occurrence and development of coronary plaques. Spectral detector computed tomography (SDCT) can provide more precise multiparameter quantitative parameters for hepatic steatosis. Hence, the purpose of this cross-sectional study was to explore the effect of quantitative liver metrics measured using SDCT on the extent and severity of coronary plaques.

Methods

In patients who underwent upper abdomen unenhanced SDCT and coronary computed tomography angiography, plaque extent and severity were assessed using segmental involvement score (SIS) and segmental stenosis score (SSS). Liver fat quantification was evaluated by polychromatic and virtual mono-energetic images at 40 and 70 kev, spectral attenuation curve slope, and effe

SUBMITTER: Wang M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11485365 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature