Lewis Roberts

Background: Several studies have demonstrated targeted next-generation sequencing (NGS) of biliary brushings and/or biopsy specimens can improve the identification of neoplastic bile duct strictures…

Transplantation of hepatitis C (HCV) positive lungs has been shown to be a safe means of combating organ shortages in the era of direct-acting antivirals against HCV…

BACKGROUND: With the recent increase in metabolic liver diseases and viral hepatitis on anti-viral agents, risk stratification biomarkers are urgently needed to identify cirrhosis patients who should be prioritized for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) screening for early detection…

SOCIETY: AGA

INTRODUCTION: Standard brush cytology has poor sensitivity for detecting malignancy in biliary strictures. Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) has been reported as a useful adjunctive test in evaluation of biliary strictures…

Bronchobiliary fistulas (BBFs) are abnormal connections between the bronchial system and the biliary tree. These fistulas, though rare, pose significant clinical challenges. BBFs can be caused by various factors including liver infections, congenital conditions, abscesses, malignancy, and trauma…