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What types of cirrhosis can a liver biopsy and fibroscan miss?

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You are okay man!: A Biosy that is adequate and that does not show cirrhosis rules out cirrhosis and our question is how to help a thoughtful guy like yourself to be comfortable. A second pathologist reading is available if you wish, or a consult with a specialist in emotions.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/2/2015

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