Effect of laparoscopic splenectomy on portal vein thrombosis and serum YKL-40 in patients with cirrhotic portal hypertension
Introduction and objectives: Laparoscopic splenectomy (LS) is a supportive intervention for cirrhotic patients. However, its efficacy for patients with cirrhotic portal hypertension (CPH) still needs clarification. Studies indicated YKL-40 might be effective targets for treatment of splenomegaly, ho...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2019-11-01
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| Series: | Annals of Hepatology |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1665268119321969 |