Portal Hypertension
Abstract
Portal hypertension (PH) is an increase in the pressure gradient between portal vein and inferior vena cava. Increased resistance occurs at different levels within the portal venous system, followed by increased portal venous inflow. PH is the main driver of cirrhosis decompensation. Varices on endoscopy or portosystemic collaterals on imaging indicate PH. Although its cause is determined mostly via noninvasive tests, the gold standard to...
Paper Details
Title
Portal Hypertension
Published Date
Nov 1, 2019
Journal
Volume
23
Issue
4
Pages
573 - 587
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