Hepatopulmonary Shunt/Syndrome

[ArthurWalks]

Hi,

I was diagnosed with a Hepatopulmonary shunt/syndrome (HPS) approx. 4 weeks ago now by a sonographer after a bubble echo study was performed (various other tests where carried out beforehand) and will be seeing a consultant next week. I have had cirrhosis for over 10 years now and have been tee-total for 6. My question is how quickly does HPS progress? I’m aware that the only treatment available is a transplant but as things stand the only time I get breathless is when walking up an incline. I have read in some medical journals that the average life expectancy for someone with HPS is only 10.5 months. Quite scary considering I feel well! Any information greatly appreciated.

[Str8jacket]

I don't have any insights for you, not familiar with HPS, but did want to wish you strength. Hope you keep checking in here.