Prati criteria
Prati Criteria
The Prati Criteria (pronunciation: praa-tee criteria) is a set of diagnostic guidelines used in the field of hepatology to identify and classify the severity of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
Etymology
The Prati Criteria is named after Dr. Enrico Prati, an Italian hepatologist who was instrumental in its development. The term "criteria" is derived from the Greek word "kriterion" which means "a standard for judgment".
Definition
The Prati Criteria is a diagnostic tool that uses a combination of liver function tests, ultrasound findings, and histopathology to determine the presence and severity of NAFLD. It is particularly useful in identifying non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a more severe form of NAFLD that can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Related Terms
- Hepatology: The branch of medicine that incorporates the study of liver, gallbladder, biliary tree, and pancreas as well as management of their disorders.
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD): A condition where fat builds up in the liver. It is not related to heavy alcohol use.
- Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH): A type of NAFLD, which can lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer.
- Liver function tests: Blood tests that measure certain enzymes and proteins in your blood to determine the health of your liver.
- Ultrasound: A diagnostic imaging technique used for visualizing internal body structures.
- Histopathology: The microscopic examination of tissue in order to study the manifestations of disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prati criteria
- Wikipedia's article - Prati criteria
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