Esophageal variceal bleeding caused by hypoplasia of the portal vein in a patient with the Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The case of a patient affected by Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome presenting with esophageal variceal bleeding caused by hypoplasia of the vena porta is reported. Hemostasis was achieved by performing a proximal spleno-renal shunt. We discuss the likely association of this mesodermal development abnormality and vascular disorders of the portal vein.
Medical subject headings
- Esophageal and Gastric Varices
- Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
- Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber Syndrome
- Portal Vein