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Haemoptysis as a Presenting Manifestation of Hepatopulmonary Syndrome With Complete Resolution After Liver Transplantation

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Hepatopulmonary syndrome (HPS) is a pulmonary vascular complication of chronic liver disease characterised by intrapulmonary vascular dilatation and hypoxemia. Dyspnoea and orthodeoxia are classic features, while haemoptysis is rarely reported. We describe a patient with cirrhosis who presented with recurrent haemoptysis and progressive hypoxemia. Contrast-enhanced transthoracic echocardiography demonstrated intrapulmonary right-to-left shunting, which resolved following orthotopic liver transplantation, with complete cessation of haemoptysis.

Source: Respirology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/rcr2.70508

Author: Venkatkiran Kanchustambham

Institutions: Sanford Health, University of North Dakota

Language: English

Topic: Liver Disease and Transplantation

Subfield: Hepatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,130