hepatic and biliary disorders
Portal Vein Thrombosis
Treatment of Portal Vein Thrombosis
For some acute cases, thrombolysis Long-term anticoagulation Management of portal hypertension and its complications In acute cases, thrombolysis is sometimes successful, best reserved for recent occlusion, particularly in hypercoagulable states. Anticoagulation does not lyse clots but has some value for long-term prevention in hypercoagulable states despite the risk of Varices . In neonates and children, treatment is directed at the cause (eg, omphalitis, appendicitis). Otherwise, management is directed at the 1.Valentin N, Korrapati P, Constantino J, et al: The role of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt in the management of portal vein thrombosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol30(10):1187-1193, 2018. doi: 10.1097/MEG.0000000000001219 