Concurrent large spontaneous portosystemic shunt embolization for the prevention of overt hepatic encephalopathy after transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt: A randomized controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1002/hep.32453
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIM Large spontaneous portosystemic shunt (SPSS) is associated with increased risk of hepatic encephalopathy (HE) in patients undergoing transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS). This study aimed to evaluate whether prophylactic embolization of large… read more here.
Keywords: embolization; portosystemic shunt; shunt; tips group ... See more keywords
Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt vs conservative treatment for recurrent ascites: A propensity score matched comparison
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DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v28.i41.5944
Abstract: BACKGROUND Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) placement is an effective intervention for recurrent tense ascites. Some studies show an increased risk of acute on chronic liver failure (ACLF) associated with TIPS placement. It is not… read more here.
Keywords: propensity score; tips group; tips placement; recurrent ... See more keywords