Esophageal varices
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Esophageal varices Esophageal varices are abnormally enlarged veins within the esophagus. They are usually caused by portal hypertension due to existing liver disease. | ||||
Disease information
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Symptoms[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Symptom
Symptom | Probability |
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Oesophagus abnormalities | 80 |
Vomiting | 70 |
Jaundice | 60 |
Purpura | 20 |
Hematochezia | 70 |
Portal hypertension | 70 |
Varices in the oesophagus | 100 |
Complications[edit | edit source]
Symptom | Probability |
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Bleeding to stomach | 30 |
Examinations[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Examination
- Interview
- Physical examination
- Barium swallow
- Stool collecting
- USG
- Gastroscopy
- Differential diagnosis
Treatments[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Treatment