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Varices
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Summary
Varices are
Abnormally dilated veins
that most commonly occur in the esophagus or stomach due to
Increased pressure
in the
Portal Venous System
, often as a result of
Liver Cirrhosis
. They pose a significant
Risk of bleeding
, which can be life-threatening and requires
Urgent medical intervention
.
Concepts
Portal Hypertension
Liver Cirrhosis
Esophageal Varices
Gastroesophageal Varices
Variceal Bleeding
Endoscopic Band Ligation
Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt
Splanchnic Circulation
Hepatic Venous Pressure Gradient
Beta-blocker Therapy
Portosystemic Shunts
Relevant Degrees
Pathology of the Circulatory System 67%
Pathology and Disease 33%
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