Can radiology play a role in early diagnosis of dengue fever?

Conclusion: Ultrasound findings of hepatosplenomegaly, GB wall edema, right-sided or bilateral pleural effusion, and ascites in patients presenting with signs and symptoms of DF during an epidemic are virtually diagnostic of DF. There have been recent changing trends with hepatosplenomegaly being the more common manifestation, in comparison to ascites and GB wall edema. DF also has catastrophic effects in pregnancy such as oligohydramnios and intrauterine fetal demise.

Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - February 23, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Shruti ChandakAshutosh Kumar Source Type: research