Print DiagnosisThese tests can help determine if you have hepatopulmonary syndrome: Pulse oximetry. In pulse oximetry, a sensor attached to your finger or ear uses light to determine how much oxygen is in your blood. Chest imaging. X-rays, computerized tomography (CT) scanning or echocardiogram imaging can help rule out other heart or lungs conditions. Care at Mayo Clinic Our caring team of Mayo Clinic experts can help you with your hepatopulmonary syndrome-related health concerns Start Here TreatmentSupplemental oxygen therapy is the main treatment for shortness of breath caused by low oxygen levels in the blood. A liver transplant is the only cure for hepatopulmonary syndrome. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic Clinical trials Explore Mayo Clinic studies testing new treatments, interventions and tests as a means to prevent, detect, treat or manage this condition. By Mayo Clinic Staff Hepatopulmonary syndrome care at Mayo Clinic Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic Symptoms & causesDoctors & departments Jan. 17, 2020 Print Share on: FacebookTwitter Show references Kellerman RD, et al. Cirrhosis. In: Conn's Current Therapy 2019. Elsevier; 2019. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Dec. 9, 2019. Ferri FF. Hepatopulmonary syndrome. In: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2020. Elsevier; 2020. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Dec. 9, 2019. Hepatopulmonary syndrome. National Organization for Rare Disorders. https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/hepatopulmonary-syndrome/. Accessed Dec. 9, 2019. Hepatopulmonary syndrome. Merck Manual Professional Version. https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/pulmonary-disorders/pulmonary-hypertension/hepatopulmonary-syndrome#. Accessed Dec. 9, 2019. Brown AY. Allscripts EPSi. Mayo Clinic. Nov. 14, 2019. Related Products & Services Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health Book, 5th Edition Newsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter — Digital Edition Show more products and services from Mayo Clinic Hepatopulmonary syndromeSymptoms & causesDiagnosis & treatmentDoctors & departmentsCare at Mayo Clinic Advertisement Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy Opportunities Ad Choices Mayo Clinic Press Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic. Try Mayo Clinic Health Letter - get FREE bookNEW - Back and Neck HealthMayo Clinic on Digestive HealthNEW - Live Younger LongerSimple, effective Home Remedies CON-20373340 Patient Care & Health Information Diseases & Conditions Hepatopulmonary syndrome