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Safety and Efficacy of Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Portal Pressure Gradient Measurement

Safety and Efficacy of Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Portal Pressure Gradient Measurement

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18-85 years
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Phase N/A
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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.

Study details
    Liver Diseases

NCT06336850

Methodist Health System

15 April 2024

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