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Portal Hypertension Flashcards

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What is Portal Hypertension

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A condition characterized by elevation of pressure in the Portal system

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What is the Pathogenesis of Portal Hypertension

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What is the normal pressure in the Portal Vein

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5mmHg

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What are the problems associated with P.H

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Hemorrhage (due to oesophaeal varices)
H. Encephalopathy
Ascites
Liver Failure
Hypersplenism

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Hepatofugal collateral circulation

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Collateral circulation:
Anal Canal
Umblicus
Posterior Abdominal wall
Oesophagus

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What investigation

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