Portal Hypertension

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  • Alastair J. W. Millar
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Introduction Portal hypertension (PHT) may be caused by a wide variety of conditions, each with a different natural history. It frequently presents with bleeding from oesophageal varices, which is the commonest cause of serious upper gastrointestinal haemorrhage in children. Precise diagnosis, a sound understanding of the therapeutic options, and a multidisciplinary approach are essential for successful management.

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تاریخ انتشار 2011