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On the 1st fibroskan test, the doctor insisted that keep air and do not breathe before each shot. He also insisted that transfer the right foot over left, right arm above head and bend over to get out ribs. The result of 16.3 kPa.
(because the results have not received free treatment to this drug, and have a slight doubt about the accuracy …
On the second test, after 20 days, (different hospital, doctor and Fibroscan device), but doctor was told me to lie down and relax, and just move the right arm across the chest. The result of 10.2 kPaIt is logical that if the lungs and body position squeezed the liver, it will increase its stiffnes.
I can not say does it have an impact on FibroScan result, because my tests are not made on the same fibroscan … although I believe it has some influence
Definitely wouldn’t recommend a bender!
I do seem to remember my scan appointment letters each stating to only eat a light meal at least 4 hours before the appointment to give most accurate results.
G3a since ’78 – Dx ’12 – F4 (2xHCC)
24wk Tx – PEG/Riba/Dac 2013 relapsed
24wk Tx – Generic Sof/Dac/Riba 2015/16 relapsed
16wk Tx – 12/01/17 -> 03/05/17 NS3/NS5a + Generic Sof
SVR7 – 22/06/17 UND
SRV12 – 27/07/17 UND
SVR24 – 26/10/17 UND
What exactly is the “letter of the law” on fibroscan results? My understanding is that various countries, insurance companies and medical professionals apply different levels at which they feel it is appropriate to triage treatment for HCV. These appear to be arbitrary levels based on the hip pocket of those applying them rather than the health of the patient. Being “cut off” points they also don’t take into account the known inaccuracies of the fibroscan procedure in determining exact levels of fibrosis.
The replies by members here seem to show concern for the health of the OP by advocating against going on a bender and then share their experiences of some of the inaccuracies inherent in Fibroscans.
I see no commissioning of fraud but a lot of advocacy for best health practices.
G3a since ’78 – Dx ’12 – F4 (2xHCC)
24wk Tx – PEG/Riba/Dac 2013 relapsed
24wk Tx – Generic Sof/Dac/Riba 2015/16 relapsed
16wk Tx – 12/01/17 -> 03/05/17 NS3/NS5a + Generic Sof
SVR7 – 22/06/17 UND
SRV12 – 27/07/17 UND
SVR24 – 26/10/17 UND
All AL posts are negative obviously is on a different agenda to the rest of us.
Weeeelllll, while I don’t usually agree with A.L., he does give me pause to review my position to ensure that it conforms to my ethical standards. I believe it is useful to have someone to provide those sort of checks and balances to any passionately involved group of people*.
* maybe an idea for the Gilead management team to consider, too.
G3a since ’78 – Dx ’12 – F4 (2xHCC)
24wk Tx – PEG/Riba/Dac 2013 relapsed
24wk Tx – Generic Sof/Dac/Riba 2015/16 relapsed
16wk Tx – 12/01/17 -> 03/05/17 NS3/NS5a + Generic Sof
SVR7 – 22/06/17 UND
SRV12 – 27/07/17 UND
SVR24 – 26/10/17 UND
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