Splenic vein stenting for recurrent chylous ascites in sinistral portal hypertension: a case report

Abstract Background Sinistral portal hypertension results from obstruction or stenosis of the splenic vein and is characterized by normal portal vein pressures and liver function tests. Gastrointestinal bleeding is the most common presentation and indication for treatment. Although sinistral portal...

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Main Authors: Brian Covello, Jacob Miller, Roberto Fourzali
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2021-03-01
Series:CVIR Endovascular
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s42155-021-00213-x