The role of EUS in diagnosis and treatment of liver disorders

Abstract Background and aim  Transabdominal ultrasound (US), computed tomographic scanning (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are established diagnostic tools for liver diseases. Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography is used to perform hepatic interventional procedures including biopsy, b...

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Published in:Endoscopy International Open 2019-10, Vol.7 (10), p.E1262-E1275
Main Authors: Campos, Sara, Poley, Jan-Werner, van Driel, Lydi, Bruno, Marco J.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Abstract Background and aim  Transabdominal ultrasound (US), computed tomographic scanning (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are established diagnostic tools for liver diseases. Percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography is used to perform hepatic interventional procedures including biopsy, biliary drainage procedures, and radiofrequency ablation. Despite their widespread use, these techniques have limitations. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), a tool that has proven useful for evaluating the mediastinum, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, and biliary tract, has an expanding role in the field of hepatology complementing the traditional investigational modalities. This review aimed to assess the current scientific evidence regarding diagnostic and therapeutic applications of EUS for hepatic diseases.
ISSN:2364-3722
2196-9736
DOI:10.1055/a-0958-2183