Unusual Case of Massive Obscure Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Ectopic Varices in Jejunum Caused by Arteriovenous Malformation
Small bowel ectopic varices is a rare etiology for obscure gastrointestinal bleeding. Ectopic varices in the absence of portal hypertension can be caused by congenital or familial conditions (e.g. malformation of vessel). Bleeding caused by ectopic varices can be massive and life threatening. Single...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Interna Publishing
2018-04-01
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Series: | The Indonesian Journal of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Digestive Endoscopy |
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Online Access: | http://ina-jghe.com/journal/index.php/jghe/article/view/659/530 |