Transoral Endoscopic Liver Biopsy During Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

Transoral Endoscopic Liver Biopsy During Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

This research is being done to evaluate the ability to obtain a liver sample using upper endoscopy rather than through a laparoscopic procedure. The investigators hypothesize that the endoscopic transoral route is as effective as the laparoscopic route.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Any patient who meets criteria to undergo laparoscopic Roux-en Y Gastric Bypass (BMI>40 or BMI>35 with multiple medical co morbidities).
2. Age greater than 18 years.
3. Ability to complete all necessary components of study (gastric bypass surgery standard qualifications).

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Inability to give informed consent
2. Women who are pregnant or in whom pregnancy status cannot be confirmed.