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Transoral Endoscopic Liver Biopsy During Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass - NCT00512512-21224(Clinical Trial 179263)



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City:  Baltimore
State:  
MD
Zip Code: 21224
Conditions: Steatohepatitis - Morbid Obesity
Purpose: This research is being done to evaluate the ability to obtain a liver sample using upper endoscopy rather than through a laparoscopic procedure. The investigators hypothesize that the endoscopic transoral route is as effective as the laparoscopic route.
Study summary:
Criteria: Inclusion Criteria: 1. Any patient who meets criteria to undergo laparoscopic Roux-en Y Gastric Bypass (BMI>40 or BMI>35 with multiple medical co morbidities). 2. Age greater than 18 years. 3. Ability to complete all necessary components of study (gastric bypass surgery standard qualifications). Exclusion Criteria: 1. Inability to give informed consent 2. Women who are pregnant or in whom pregnancy status cannot be confirmed.
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Date Processed: July 2, 2010
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