Print DiagnosisThese tests can help find if you have hepatopulmonary syndrome: Arterial blood gas. For this test, blood is taken from an artery to measure levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide and the pH balance. Chest imaging. X-rays, CT scanning or echocardiogram imaging with a salt solution given through a vein, called a saline contrast study, can help rule out other heart or lung conditions. Pulse oximetry. In pulse oximetry, a sensor attached to the finger or ear uses light to see how much oxygen is in the blood. Care at Mayo Clinic Our caring team of Mayo Clinic experts can help you with your hepatopulmonary syndrome-related health concerns Start Here TreatmentBeing given oxygen, called supplemental 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. By Mayo Clinic Staff Hepatopulmonary syndrome care at Mayo Clinic Request an appointment Symptoms & causesDoctors & departments Jan. 19, 2024 Print Living with hepatopulmonary syndrome? Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Transplants support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community. Transplants Discussions Liver transplant - Let's support each other 1677 Replies Fri, Jul 18, 2025 chevron-right MELD score less than 15? 12 Replies Tue, Jul 15, 2025 chevron-right Learning my new normal post Transplant, things that make me laugh! 22 Replies Thu, Jul 10, 2025 chevron-right See more discussions Show references Ferri FF. Hepatopulmonary syndrome. In: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2024. Elsevier; 2024. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Oct. 23, 2024. Lange PA, et al. Hepatopulmonary syndrome in adults: Prevalence, causes, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis. https//www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Oct. 13, 2023. Hepatopulmonary syndrome. National Organization for Rare Disorders. https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/hepatopulmonary-syndrome/. Accessed Oct. 13, 2023 Raevens S, et al. Hepatopulmonary syndrome. JHEP Reports. 2022; doi:10.1016/j.jhepr.2022.100527. Ami TR. Allscripts EPSi. Mayo Clinic. Dec. 6, 2023. Medical review (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic. Nov. 6, 2023. Related News from Mayo Clinic (VIDEO) Harnessing the power of innovation and a patient's will to survive Oct. 31, 2024, 08:30 p.m. CDT Products & Services A Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health Book Newsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter — Digital Edition Show more products and services from Mayo Clinic Hepatopulmonary syndromeSymptoms&causesDiagnosis&treatmentDoctors&departmentsCare atMayoClinic 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 Press. NEW: Mayo Clinic Guide to Better Sleep Listen to Health Matters Podcast Mayo Clinic on Incontinence The Essential Diabetes Book FREE Mayo Clinic Diet Assessment Mayo Clinic Health Letter - FREE book CON-20373340 Diseases & Conditions Hepatopulmonary syndrome