Endoscopic ultrasound-guided versus percutaneous liver biopsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Paula Arruda do Espirito SantoGilmara Coelho MeineAngélica Luciana Nau Eduardo Cerchi Barbosa Stefano Baraldo Luciano Lenz Fauze Maluf-Filho

Published in: Endoscopy (2024)

This meta-analysis suggests that EUS-LB is as safe and effective as PC-LB and is associated with lower post-procedure pain scores.Registration on PROSPERO: CRD42023469469.

Keyphrases

ultrasound guided
fine needle aspiration
systematic review
chronic pain
meta analyses
pain management
neuropathic pain
minimally invasive
case control