Portal Hypertension

An examination of both the basic aspects and clinical features of portal hypertension, an abnormal physiological state which can lead to serious complications. The text contains advice on diagnosis and treatment as well as information on the physiology and haemodynamics.

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This reference work describes both the basic aspects and clinical features of portal hypertension, an abnormal physiological state that can lead to serious complications with fatal consequences. The authors examine the physiology of portal hypertension, its histological basis and various causes. The changes in portal haemodynamics and the methods for investigating such changes are thoroughly discussed. The various portal-systemic collateral routes and the diagnosis of portal hypertension and collaterals are shown. Clinical manifestations, endoscopy for esophageal varices, complications (particularly bleeding varices) and their management are critically evaluated.