What to expect: Liver biopsy procedure

What to expect: Liver biopsy procedure

          A liver biopsy procedure is an examination of the liver tissue through a live sampling of the tissue. It’s usually done to determine the cause or stage of a disease like cancer in the liver. Biopsies can also be completed to detect...

What is Biliary Obstruction?

A biliary obstruction is a condition that occurs when there is a blockage in a duct that transports bile either from the liver to the gallbladder or the gallbladder to the small intestine. The liver releases bile, which is a fluid that contains cholesterol, waste...