The ultrasound description of cirrhosis may show sonographic changes of portal hypertension such as unsmooth or uneven liver surface, jagged changes, disproportionate liver lobes, enlarged left lobe, uneven echogenicity of liver parenchyma, portal vein widening or splenomegaly, and collateral circulation. If the patient presents with ascites there can also be an accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, and the formation of portal vein thrombosis can also be detected. In case of hepatocellular carcinoma, hypoechogenicity of the liver can also be detected. Ultrasonography has a clear diagnostic value in identifying nodules of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. In addition to ultrasonography, patients with cirrhosis can also undergo abdominal CT or MRI for clarification. Repeated ultrasonography for cirrhosis is mainly for early detection of liver cancer.