Decreased portal vein velocity is predictive of the development of portal vein thrombosis: A matched case‐control study

Background & Aims Portal vein thrombosis ( PVT ) in cirrhosis may lead to hepatic decompensation and increased mortality. We aimed to investigate if decreased portal vein ( PV ) velocity is associated with future PVT . Methods Data on adult patients with cirrhosis and PVT between January 1, 2005 and July 30, 2015 were obtained. Cases with PVT were matched by age, gender and Model for End‐stage Liver Disease ( MELD ) score to corresponding...