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| Visual analogue scale | |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | Hypo-/ Iso-echogenic compared to liver |
| Grade 2 | Slightly hyper-echogenic compared to liver |
| Grade 3 | Marked hyper-echogenic compared to liver |
| Grade 4 | Severe hyper-echogenic, equals retroperitoneal fat |
Table defining the visual analogue scale for signal intensity after Worthen & Al (37).
