Evaluating CMR

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Computed Tomography (CT)

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  • CT is a criterion method for assessing intra-abdominal fat.
  • CT can also be used to measure ectopic fat in the liver and skeletal muscle.
  • High cost and radiation exposure currently limit the routine use of this tool for assessing body composition and related health risk in clinical practice.
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