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

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

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.

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.

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.