Unpacking the challenge of gastric varices: A review on indication, timing and modality of therapy

Upper gastrointestinal bleeding from oesophageal or gastric varices is an important medical condition in patients with portal hypertension. Despite the emergence of a number of novel endoscopic and radiologic therapies for oesophagogastric varices, controversy exists regarding the indication, timing...

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Published in:World journal of hepatology 2021-08, Vol.13 (8), p.868-878
Main Authors: Vaz, Karl, Efthymiou, Marios, Vaughan, Rhys, Testro, Adam G, Lew, Hin-Boon, Pu, Leonardo Zorron Cheng Tao, Chandran, Sujievvan
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Language:English
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Summary:Upper gastrointestinal bleeding from oesophageal or gastric varices is an important medical condition in patients with portal hypertension. Despite the emergence of a number of novel endoscopic and radiologic therapies for oesophagogastric varices, controversy exists regarding the indication, timing and modality of therapy. The aim of this review is to provide a concise and practical evidence-based overview of these issues.
ISSN:1948-5182
1948-5182
DOI:10.4254/wjh.v13.i8.868