PMID: 11322217Apr 27, 2001Paper

Transjuglar liver biopsy: a review

Irish Medical Journal
G McCormackP A McCormick

Abstract

Transjugular liver biopsy is advocated as the technique of choice for use in those with contraindications to standard transabdominal biopsy. This technique was introduced to our unit in 1995. We audited our experience in performing transjugular liver biopsies over a three year period. Eighty-eight biopsies were performed in seventy-eight patients. We identified no major procedure related complications, despite the presence of coagulopathy and thrombocytopenia in 85% and 47% of cases respectively. Biopsy provided histological diagnosis in 97.7% of cases. Availability of the technique allowed us to perform liver biopsy safely and quickly in patients with both acute and chronic liver problems in whom standard techniques were contraindicated. We conclude that transjugular liver biopsy is a safe and effective technique, invaluable in the investigation and management of patients in a liver diseases referral unit.

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