Esophageal varices

Essentials of Dx: esophageal varices
- Develop secondary to portal hypertension.
- Found in 50% of patients with cirrhosis.
- One-third of patients with varices develop upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Diagnosis established by upper endoscopy.
Reference from CMDT (61st Ed), Pg no: 618

Esophageal varices

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