The gold standard diagnostic test for jaundice caused by cirrhosis is liver biopsy, although it is rarely necessary for diagnosis or treatment. Sample of the liver is obtained bypercutaneous approach, transjugular approach, and laparoscopic radiographically- guided fine-needle approach. A biopsy is not necessary if the clinical, laboratory, and radiologic data suggest cirrhosis. There is a small but significant risk associated with liver biopsy, and cirrhosis itself predisposes to the complications of liver biopsy.
Jaundice other diagnostic studies
Jaundice echocardiography or ultrasound
Liver mass other diagnostic studies
Acute liver failure physical examination
Acute liver failure echocardiography or ultrasound
Jaundice physical examination
Acute liver failure other diagnostic studies
Ascites physical examination