Using ultrasound to biopsy bile duct narrowings
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This study tests a new way to take a sample from a narrowed bile duct using a special ultrasound. It may help doctors diagnose the cause of the narrowing without more invasive procedures.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a narrowed bile duct that shows up on scans, but no mass in your belly
- The narrowing is in the lower part of the bile duct or near the liver
- You can have an endoscopic ultrasound and are not pregnant
- You are not taking blood thinners that cannot be paused, and you have no uncontrolled bleeding issues
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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