Overview
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and adequacy of Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) Portal Pressure Gradient Measurement (PPGM) in patients undergoing EUS-guided liver biopsies.
Description
Patients undergoing EUS-guided liver biopsy may qualify to participate in this study. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and adequacy of EUS- Portal Pressure Gradient Measurement (PPGM) in patients with liver disease referred for EUS-guided liver biopsy.
Eligibility
INCLUSION CRITERIA
- Age 18 years or older
- Patient who has been referred for EUS procedure and direct PPG measurement and -undergoing EUS-guided liver biopsy
- History of liver disease or suspected cirrhosis and considered for PPGM
EXCLUSION CRITERIA
- Patient is less than 18 or greater than 85 years of age
- Patient is pregnant, breast-feeding, or planning to become pregnant during the course of the study
- Patient is unwilling or unable to sign and date the informed consent
- Patient for whom endoscopic procedures are contraindicated.