HEPATIC-VEIN thrombosis was first described by Budd1 in 1846 but is named for Chiari, 2 who in 1899 collected 10 cases. Since then over a hundred additional cases have been reported.

It can occur in people with liver disease, such as cirrhosis, sepsis, pancreatitis, lupus, and other medical conditions. In many people, portal vein thrombosis does not cause symptoms.

Comparison of portal vein hemodynamics with ultrasound-based elastography for the prediction of liver fibrosis in patients with chronic liver disease Kanji Yamaguchi Yuya Seko Yoshito Itoh ...

This study was undertaken in an effort to elucidate the relation between the pressure in the wedged hepatic vein and that in the portal vein and to study the pharmacologic effect of epinephrine ...

Liver diseases are increasing globally, marked by conditions like NAFLD, hepatitis, and cirrhosis, leading to a surge in liver-related deaths. Early d ...

Portal hypertension is increased pressure in the portal vein, often due to liver diseases. It can cause jaundice, splenomegaly, ascites, variceal bleeding, encephalopathy, and requires prompt cure ...

Receiving treatment with antiplatelet drugs may help prevent liver fibrosis, PVT, and hepatocellular carcinoma.

Potential new therapy for liver diseases Date: March 22, 2019 Source: Mayo Clinic Summary: Drug therapy may effectively treat a potentially life-threatening condition associated with cirrhosis and ...

TIPS also isn’t recommended for those with liver cancer or if the portal vein is blocked by a blood clot. You should not have this procedure if your blood has a low platelet count or if you have ...