ERCP brushings - atypical cells

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Hi all-

I am currently undergoing transplant evaluation at NY Presbyterian as

my MELD is currently a 16. I had an ERCP 2 1/2 weeks ago and have

been having a hard time getting ahold of the endoscopist's APRN for

the results of the brushings. I had an appt. with my hep's APRN

yesterday (part of the eval process) and she said the report came

back " atypical cells " . She said it didn't mean malignant, but, of

course, makes me nervous. Does that mean dysplasia? I should have

talked more to her about it, but my head was spinning. Does anyone

know what that could mean? Should I be worried? I'm having another

ERCP this Friday to remove the stent and will have brushings done

within the right lobe (atypical cells found in left lobe). Thanks in

advance for any input - I really appreciate it!

Hugs to all -

Liz Macchio 38, PSC '04 MS '03