Oesophageal Varices Flashcards by Francois Ehlers | Brainscape

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Diagnosis

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Endoscopy - gastroscopy

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Causes

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Consequence of portal hypertension, commonly due to cirrhosis

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Management

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Endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL) or banding

- Sclerotherapy

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