Transjugular Liver Biopsy: How to prepare and what to expect - 07/2024

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Transjugular Liver Biopsy: How to prepare and what to expect

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Abstract

This handout explains percutaneous and transjugular liver biopsies, which involve taking a sample of tissue from inside the veins of the liver. Included are how the procedures are done, how to prepare, what to expect, possible risks, and how to get the results.

Author

Interventional Radiology

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2006

Revision Date

07/2024

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General Subject

Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders

Specific Subject/Keyword

Biopsy

Interventional Radiology

Liver Diseases and Disorders

Languages

English

Record ID

3303