The utility of ultrasound guidance in transjugular liver biopsy: our experience

Abstract

Addition of US unit to the angiographic suite is effortless and Interventional Radiologists being already skilled in US can easily implement this simple yet valuable modification to conventional TJLB procedures. Our experience on uTJLB further emphasizes the role of US guidance in improving the procedural success rate, safety profile, and efficacy in the histopathological outcome of TJLB in all patients irrespective of age and disease burden.

Successful diagnosis of a localized liver tumor via transjugular liver biopsy after ascites hampered a percutaneous approach

“…It has been reported that TJLB can be attempted more safely with US-guidance [10] . In our case, the use of US allowed us to advance the needle while adjusting the position of the biopsy needle relative to the tumor.…”

Indian College of Radiology and Imaging Evidence-Based Guidelines for Interventions in Portal Hypertension and Its Complications

“…US guidance reduced the chances of complications like carotid puncture, pneumothorax, or hemothorax in addition to assessing the patency of the right IJV. [36][37][38] Q14b. Are there alternative routes for TJLB if right IJV is thrombosed?…”

“…US guidance reduced the chances of complications like carotid puncture, pneumothorax, or hemothorax in addition to assessing the patency of the right IJV. 36 37 38 …”