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Introduction We recognized a need at our institution for a resource to facilitate self-learning of basic liver histology and pathology. An interactive, web-based learning module was determined to be an ideal type of educational tool.
Andrew Arifin +2 more
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Optical needle biopsy for multimodal detection of malignant liver tumours [PDF]
Malignant tumours of the liver are one of the most common causes of cancer death worldwide. The presence and type of tumours can be verified only after histological and cytological analysis of a sample obtained during percutaneous needle biopsy. However,
Kandurova, Ksenia +6 more
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Elective percutaneous liver biopsy and use of aspirin. [PDF]
OBJECTIVES Percutaneous liver biopsy is an essential diagnostic investigation in hepatology. Among complications, which are rare, bleeding is the most feared. Many patients scheduled for a liver biopsy are taking aspirin.
Maxence Emmanuel Reynard +4 more
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Virtual liver biopsy: image processing and 3D visualization [PDF]
This paper presents results in the image processing and visualization aspects of a virtual liver biopsy system (a system for simulating the medical procedure of liver biopsy).
Agrafiotis, D +6 more
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Biopsy-based calibration of T2* magnetic resonance for estimation of liver iron concentration and comparison with R2 Ferriscan [PDF]
There is a need to standardise non-invasive measurements of liver iron concentrations (LIC) so clear inferences can be drawn about body iron levels that are associated with hepatic and extra-hepatic complications of iron overload.
Alam, MH +15 more
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Comparison of ELF, FibroTest and FibroScan for the non-invasive assessment of liver fibrosis [PDF]
Background: FibroTest (FT) is the most frequently used serum fibrosis marker and consists of an algorithm of five fibrosis markers (alfa2-macroglobulin, apolipoproteinA1, haptoglobin, GGT, bilirubin). The Enhanced Liver Fibrosis (ELF) test consists of an
Julie Parkes +12 more
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Introduction Non-invasive tests (NITs) have been alternative methods of liver biopsy for the cross-sectional assessment of liver fibrosis in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB).
Wei Xu +5 more
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Is pre-treatment liver biopsy necessary for all hepatitis C genotypes?
Background. Current practice guidelines recommend liver biopsy prior to treatment of hepatitis C genotype-1 but not for genotype-2/3; this is based on expert opinion, not on published evidence. Methods. In retrospective analysis of a large trial database
Kevork M. Peltekian, Dr. +9 more
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Serum proteome profiling identifies novel and powerful markers of cystic fibrosis liver disease. [PDF]
Cystic Fibrosis associated liver disease (CFLD) develops in approximately 30% of CF patients. However, routine sensitive diagnostic tools for CFLD are lacking. Within this study, we aimed to identify new experimental biomarkers for the detection of CFLD.
Richard Schulz +26 more
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Transjugular liver biopsy: enlarge the indications for liver biopsy with reliable diagnostic quality
Background Complications and diagnostic efficiency for liver biopsy are main concerns for clinicians. This study aimed to assess the safety and efficacy of transjugular liver biopsy (TJLB) compared with percutaneous liver biopsy (PLB) when patients had ...
Miao-Yang Chen +6 more
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