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Kodama Y, Terayama T, Oguro T, Kiyozumi T. Intestinal ectopic varices caused fatal hemorrhage. Intern Med 2024:2902-23. [PMID: 38599875 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.2902-23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Yu Kodama
- Department of Traumatology and Critical Care Medicine, National Defense Medical College Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Traumatology and Critical Care Medicine, National Defense Medical College Hospital, Japan
- Department of Emergency, Self-Defense Forces Central Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, National Defense Medical College, Japan
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- Department of Traumatology and Critical Care Medicine, National Defense Medical College Hospital, Japan
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Inomata Y, Naito T, Hiratsuka T, Shimoyama Y, Moroi R, Shiga H, Kakuta Y, Kayada K, Ohara Y, Asano N, Aoki S, Unno M, Masamune A. Rupture of ectopic varices of the ascending colon occurring after pancreatic cancer surgery: A case report and literature review. DEN Open 2024; 4:e255. [PMID: 37441155 PMCID: PMC10333722 DOI: 10.1002/deo2.255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023]
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A 69-year-old woman, a long-term survivor of subtotal stomach-preserving pancreatoduodenectomy with the splenic vein resection for pancreatic cancer, visited our hospital with a chief complaint of bloody stools. Previously, she was diagnosed with varices in the ascending colon due to left-sided portal hypertension after pancreatoduodenectomy by computed tomography and colonoscopy. After emergency hospitalization, she went into shock, and blood tests showed acute progression of severe anemia. Computed tomography showed a mosaic-like fluid accumulation from the ascending colon to the rectum. She was diagnosed with ruptured varices in the ascending colon. Emergency colonoscopy was performed, and treatment with endoscopic injection sclerotherapy using N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate was successful. Ectopic varices occur at any location other than the esophagus and stomach, and colonic varices are rare among them. They are mostly caused by portal hypertension due to liver cirrhosis. However, with the trend of improving the prognosis for patients with pancreatic cancer, we should occasionally pay attention to the development of ectopic varices including colonic varices in patients who have undergone pancreatoduodenectomy with superior mesenteric and splenic veins resection. Treatment methods for colonic varices varied from case to case, including conservative therapy, interventional radiology, and endoscopic procedure. In this case, endoscopic injection sclerotherapy was successfully performed without any complications. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to report successful treatment with endoscopic injection sclerotherapy for varices in the ascending colon caused by left-sided portal hypertension after pancreatoduodenectomy. Colonic varices should be considered in patients with obscure gastrointestinal bleeding after pancreatoduodenectomy.
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- Yushi Inomata
- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Department of SurgeryTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Department of SurgeryTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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- Division of GastroenterologyTohoku University Graduate School of MedicineMiyagiJapan
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Santiago LE, Alvi AT, Hong AM, Pasarin A, Aneja P. Ileocecal Mesentery Arteriovenous Malformation as a Rare Cause of Ectopic Variceal Bleeding in a 58-Year-Old Male With Cirrhosis. Cureus 2023; 15:e45785. [PMID: 37872923 PMCID: PMC10590625 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.45785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/25/2023] Open
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Ectopic varices can be defined as dilated portosystemic venous collaterals that are located at a site other than the esophagus or stomach. These varices can be seen in patients with underlying portal hypertension, but bleeding from them is quite rare. The bleeding usually occurs in patients with a history of intra-abdominal surgery and adhesions. These varices are commonly found in the duodenum or rectum, but they can be present anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract. Currently, there are no well-established guidelines regarding the diagnosis and management of these variceal bleeds, and further investigations with randomized controlled or large-scale trials are required. Here, we report an unusual case of ectopic variceal bleeding from an ileal arteriovenous malformation (AVM), which presented as syncope associated with an acute abdomen in a patient with no prior history of intra-abdominal surgery.
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- Luis E Santiago
- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Plantation, USA
- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, Margate, USA
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- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Plantation, USA
- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, Margate, USA
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- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Plantation, USA
- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, Margate, USA
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- General Surgery, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Plantation, USA
- General Surgery, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, Margate, USA
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- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, Plantation, USA
- Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, Margate, USA
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Ho TH, Lin PY. Woman With Hematochezia. J Acute Med 2023; 13:125-128. [PMID: 37841820 PMCID: PMC10568636 DOI: 10.6705/j.jacme.202309_13(3).0005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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As a consequence of cirrhosis, portal hypertension causes resistance to blood flow and leads to the formation of varices. However, colonic variceal hemorrhages are rarely reported but could be a lethal cause of lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Currently, there is no consensus on the management of colonic variceal hemorrhage. Variceal ligation, injection sclerotherapy, transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt placement, and balloon-occluded retrograde transvenous obliteration or a combination of the above therapies have been reported with inconsistent success rates. We advocate considering colonic variceal bleeding as a crucial differential diagnosis of lower gastrointestinal bleeding in cirrhotic patients and initiating time-sensitive, definite operative treatment or combination therapy as soon as possible in colonic variceal patients with life-threatening bleeding events, which are often refractory to conservative treatment.
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- Tai-Hung Ho
- National Yang Ming Chiao Tung UniversityEmergency Medicine, College of MedicineTaipeiTaiwan
- Taipei Veterans General HospitalDepartment of Emergency MedicineTaipeiTaiwan
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- National Yang Ming Chiao Tung UniversityEmergency Medicine, College of MedicineTaipeiTaiwan
- Taipei Veterans General HospitalDepartment of Emergency MedicineTaipeiTaiwan
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Qian W, Mac Curtain BM, Trivedi A. Surgical management of isolated caecal varices presenting with massive lower gastrointestinal haemorrhage: a case report and review of the literature. J Surg Case Rep 2023; 2023:rjad438. [PMID: 37545787 PMCID: PMC10401312 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjad438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023] Open
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Caecal varices are extremely rare with poorly defined management due to paucity of data. A 52-year-old man was diagnosed with a 3-day history of melena with a background of chronic liver disease and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory use. Investigations revealed anaemia with haemoglobin of 62 g/L, liver function derangement (Gamma-glutamyl transferase 251 U/L, alanine transaminase 40 U/L, bilirubin 84 umol/L, alkaline phosphatase 85 U/L), coagulopathy (International Normalized Ratio 1.6) and acute kidney injury (Creatinine 285 umol/L). Gastroscopy demonstrated no signs of upper gastrointestinal bleeding or portal hypertension. A large volume haematochezia occurred necessitating resuscitation with massive transfusion protocol, and colonoscopy was abandoned in favour of computerized tomography (CT) angiography, which revealed a large varix feeding the caecum. Urgent laparotomy and a right hemicolectomy was performed with application of abdominal vacuum dressing. The hemicolectomy sample was opened on back table demonstrating large caecal varix causing intraluminal bleeding. The patient was stabilized in intensive care, and a further laparotomy was performed 2 days later where an end ileostomy was formed. Caecal varices have been reported in literature with management via trans-jugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt, endoscopically or conservatively with beta-blockade. Here we present, to the best of the author's knowledge, the first reported case of successful surgical management of caecal varices.
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- Wanyang Qian
- Correspondence address. St John of God Subiaco Hospital, Subiaco, WA 6008, Australia. Tel: +61416719008;
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- Acute Surgical Unit, Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch, WA 6150, Australia
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Li W, Wang J, Fu H, Liu J. Isolated sigmoid varicose vein rupture and hemorrhage: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e30024. [PMID: 35905227 PMCID: PMC9333464 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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RATIONALE Ectopic varices are the collateral circulation of portal vein located anywhere in the gastrointestinal tract other than the esophageal and gastric regions. Rupture of these varices often results in life-threatening hemorrhage. Management guidelines for ectopic variceal bleeds are not yet standardized because cases are rare and treatment approaches described in the literature vary considerably. PATIENT CONCERNS A 53-year-old woman with a 20-year history of chronic hepatitis C cirrhosis came to our hospital for treatment due to intermittent black stools for 4 days. After admission, the patient developed hemorrhagic shock, with hemodynamic instability. DIAGNOSIS Postoperative histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of sigmoid varicose veins. INTERVENTION Emergency colonoscopy showed that a varicose vein mass in the sigmoid colon wall 30 cm from the anus was ruptured and bleeding. Percutaneous transhepatic inferior mesenteric venography revealed the presence of a varicose mass of sigmoid colon veins. After embolization of the sigmoid varicose veins with spring coils, angiography showed that the hemorheology of the distal varicose vein mass was slow but not completely blocked. Three days after embolization, the patient had hematochezia again. Splenectomy and sigmoid colon resection were performed immediately. OUTCOMES Follow-up computed tomography showed no residual varices were observed after sigmoid colon resection. LESSONS Ectopic varices, which are rare sequelae of portal hypertension, need to be taken seriously because bleeding from these varices can be catastrophic. We report a case of isolated sigmoid variceal rupture and hemorrhage due to portal hypertension in cirrhosis. The patient experienced failure of endoscopic hemostasis and sigmoid colon venous coil embolization. She was eventually successfully brought to hemostasis by surgery.
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- Weiwei Li
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde 067000, Hebei Province, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde 067000, Hebei Province, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde 067000, Hebei Province, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde 067000, Hebei Province, China
- *Correspondence: Jinlong Liu, Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde 067000, Hebei Province, China (e-mail: )
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Zhu K, Zhang W, Shao W, Ding J, Ma C. Report of a case of cirrhotic portal hypertension with ectopic varices in the bilateral pulmonary hilar. DEN open 2022; 2:e99. [PMID: 35873504 PMCID: PMC9302055 DOI: 10.1002/deo2.99] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2021] [Revised: 01/13/2022] [Accepted: 01/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Here, we report the case of patient cirrhosis with esophageal and gastric fundal varices who developed rare ectopic varices in the bilateral pulmonary hilar after repeated endoscopic treatments (tissue adhesive for gastric fundal varices + esophageal variceal ligation + esophageal variceal sclerotherapy) accompanied by serious shortness of breath. After transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt + gastric coronary vein embolization, the shortness of breath was relieved, and the portography review indicated that the ectopic varices in the pulmonary hilar were significantly improved.
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- Ke Zhu
- Department of Gastroenterology No.2 People's Hospital of Fuyang City Fuyang China
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- Department of Gastroenterology No.2 People's Hospital of Fuyang City Fuyang China
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- Department of Gastroenterology No.2 People's Hospital of Fuyang City Fuyang China
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- Department of Gastroenterology No.2 People's Hospital of Fuyang City Fuyang China
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- Department of Gastroenterology No.2 People's Hospital of Fuyang City Fuyang China
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Wongjarupong N, Said HS, Huynh RK, Golzarian J, Lim N. Hemoperitoneum From Bleeding Intra-Abdominal Varices: A Rare, Life-Threatening Cause of Abdominal Pain in a Patient With Cirrhosis. Cureus 2021; 13:e18955. [PMID: 34815901 PMCID: PMC8605961 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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We report the case of a 54-year-old male with alcoholic cirrhosis who presented several times to the emergency department (ED) with right upper quadrant abdominal pain. Ten days after his initial presentation, the patient represented with hypotension and anemia. An abdominal CT angiogram identified hemorrhage from an ectopic varix successfully treated with emergent glue embolization of mesenteric, omental, and periumbilical varices. Intraperitoneal bleeding from ectopic varices in cirrhosis patients is a rare, life-threatening condition. Consideration and recognition of ectopic variceal hemorrhage in patients with cirrhosis can facilitate prompt life-saving treatment in a population susceptible to significant morbidity and mortality.
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- Nicha Wongjarupong
- Internal Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA.,Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
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- Medicine, M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital, Woodbury, USA
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- Interventional Radiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
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Ohs Z, Jones M, Sharma N, Loveridge K. Percutaneous Transhepatic Embolization of Ectopic Varices in a Patient With Portal Hypertension Presenting With Hemorrhagic Shock. Cureus 2021; 13:e18209. [PMID: 34589375 PMCID: PMC8460490 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Varices secondary to portal hypertension in the setting of liver cirrhosis typically occur in the gastroesophageal region. Management guidelines for bleeding gastroesophageal varices are well established in the literature. Ectopic varices that occur outside of this typical location are an uncommon complication of portal hypertension. Rarely, these varices can result in life-threatening hemorrhage. Management guidelines of ectopic variceal bleeds are not yet standardized as cases are rare and treatment approach in the literature has historically varied. We present an interesting case of a 37-year-old patient with alcoholic liver disease and cirrhosis who developed spontaneous hemorrhage and shock from bleeding ectopic varices. This report exemplifies how coil embolization via a percutaneous transhepatic approach can be used to manage ectopic variceal bleeds in the setting of hemorrhagic shock.
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- Zachary Ohs
- Interventional Radiology, Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, USA
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- Interventional Radiology, Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, USA
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- Interventional Radiology, Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, USA
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Maruyama H, Shiina S. Collaterals in portal hypertension: anatomy and clinical relevance. Quant Imaging Med Surg 2021; 11:3867-3881. [PMID: 34341755 DOI: 10.21037/qims-20-1328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2020] [Accepted: 03/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Portal hypertension is a key pathophysiology of chronic liver diseases typified with cirrhosis or noncirrhotic portal hypertension. The development of collateral vessels is a characteristic feature of impaired portal hemodynamics. The paraumbilical vein (PUV), left gastric vein (LGV), posterior gastric vein (PGV), short gastric vein (SGV), splenorenal shunt (SRS), and inferior mesenteric vein (IMV) are major collaterals, and there are some rare collaterals. The degree and hemodynamics of collateral may affect the portal venous circulation and may compensate for the balance between inflow and outflow volume of the liver. Additionally, the development of collateral shows a relation with the liver function reserve and clinical manifestations such as esophageal varices (EV), gastric varices, rectal varices and the other ectopic varices, hepatic encephalopathy, and prognosis. Furthermore, there may be an interrelationship in the development between different collaterals, showing additional influences on the clinical presentations. Thus, the assessment of collaterals may enhance the understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of the condition of patients with portal hypertension. This review article concluded that each collateral has a specific function depending on the anatomy and hemodynamics and is linked with the relative clinical presentation in patients with portal hypertension. Imaging modalities may be essential for the detection, grading and evaluation of the role of collaterals and may help to understand the pathophysiology of the patient condition. Further investigation in a large-scale study would elucidate the basic and clinical significance of collaterals in patients with portal hypertension and may provide information on how to manage them to improve the prognosis as well as quality of life.
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- Hitoshi Maruyama
- Department of Gastroenterology, Juntendo University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Juntendo University, Tokyo, Japan
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Yipeng W, Anjiang W, Bimin L, Chenkai H, Size W, Xuan Z. Clinical characteristics and efficacy of endoscopic treatment of gastrointestinal ectopic varices: A single-center study. Saudi J Gastroenterol 2020; 27:35-43. [PMID: 33208560 PMCID: PMC8083249 DOI: 10.4103/sjg.sjg_50_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Ectopic varices (EcVs) may cause massive bleeding, which can be difficult to control, with a high rate of mortality. The purpose of this study was to analyze the clinical characteristics of EcVs and the efficacy of endoscopic treatment. METHODS From January 2008 to July 2017, the clinical data of 150 patients with EcVs in our center were retrospectively collected and analyzed. RESULTS One hundred and fifty patients with EcVs (male 74.7%), with a mean age of: 54.1 ± 14.6 years were included. The prevalence of EcVs was 0.92% in gastrointestinal varices. Cirrhosis was the most common cause of EcVs (67.0%). The rates of bleeding were 57.14%, 4.34%, 30.0%, 33.3%, and 100% in the duodenal varices rectal varices, colonic varices, anastomotic varices, and small bowel varices, respectively. An age under 55 years, varices in the duodenum, and erythema were considered risk factors for EcV bleeding. Endoscopic treatments were performed in 15 patients with EcV bleeding. The follow-up period of the patients who underwent endoscopic treatment ranged from 0.5 to 24 months. The overall rate of treatment success was 73.33% for endoscopic treatment of EcV bleeding. The overall rates of rebleeding and mortality during 2 years were as high as 53.3% and 26.7%, respectively. CONCLUSION Age, erythema, and the location of EcVs are considered risk factors for EcV bleeding, and the rate of bleeding is higher in patients with duodenal varices than in those with other EcVs. Endoscopic treatment is safe, effective, and feasible for controlling EcV bleeding.
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- Wan Yipeng
- Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Hospital in Nanchang, China
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- Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Hospital in Nanchang, China
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- Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Hospital in Nanchang, China
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- Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Hospital in Nanchang, China
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- Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Hospital in Nanchang, China
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- Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Hospital in Nanchang, China,Address for correspondence: Dr. Zhu Xuan, Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, China. E-mail:
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Hayashi M, Sugaya T, Fujita M, Nakamura J, Imaizumi H, Abe K, Takahashi A, Takagi T, Hikichi T, Ohira H. Sigmoid Colon Varices due to Massive Thrombosis of a Noncirrhotic Extrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt. Intern Med 2020; 59:2705-2710. [PMID: 32669497 PMCID: PMC7691034 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.4925-20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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A 33-year-old man presented with hepatic encephalopathy and was diagnosed to have a noncirrhotic extrahepatic portosystemic shunt (NCPSS). He presented with abdominal pain 16 months after the NCPSS diagnosis. Computed tomography revealed thrombosis between the intrahepatic portal vein and the left internal iliac vein, including the NCPSS, and varices of the sigmoid colon. Thrombosis was treated with danaparoid sodium and antithrombin III followed by edoxaban. After treatment, the thrombosis disappeared from the intrahepatic portal vein, but it remained in the NCPSS. The sigmoid colon varices were followed up without any treatment. Follow-up is needed in NCPSS patients in order to make an early detection of complications.
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- Manabu Hayashi
- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
- Department of Endoscopy, Fukushima Medical University Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
- Department of Internal Medicine, Iwase General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
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- Department of Endoscopy, Fukushima Medical University Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University, Japan
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Payne A, Than NN, Jalan R, Yu D. An Unusual Case of Hematochezia. Cureus 2020; 12:e8957. [PMID: 32766000 PMCID: PMC7398730 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.8957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition warranting hospital admission. The most frequent causes include diverticular disease, colitis, hemorrhoids, neoplasm, inflammatory bowel disease, and varices. Varices usually occur secondary to liver cirrhosis and are frequently located in the gastroesophageal region. Those occurring elsewhere are known as ectopic varices. The diagnosis and management of ectopic varices is challenging, and guidelines are not currently available. We report the case of recurrent large-volume hematochezia secondary to a cecal varix in a 60-year-old female with alcoholic liver cirrhosis. Initial investigation with CT angiography and endoscopy failed to identify the source of bleeding. A second CT angiogram identified a large varix in the cecum, and the patient was successfully managed with radiological embolization and transjugular intra-hepatic porto-systemic shunt (TIPSS).
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- Anna Payne
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Royal London Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, GBR
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- Hepatology, Royal Free Hospital, London, GBR
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- Hepatology, Royal Free Hospital, London, GBR
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- Radiology, Royal Free Hospital, London, GBR
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Bhat AP, Davis RM, Bryan WD. A rare case of bleeding duodenal varices from superior mesenteric vein obstruction -treated with transhepatic recanalization and stent placement. Indian J Radiol Imaging 2019; 29:313-317. [PMID: 31741602 PMCID: PMC6857259 DOI: 10.4103/ijri.ijri_21_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2019] [Revised: 03/13/2019] [Accepted: 06/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Ectopic varices are complex and highly variable entities that are not fully understood. Duodenal varices from pancreatitis have rarely been reported. Ectopic varices have much higher bleeding rates than the more common gastro-esophageal varices, and are associated with higher mortality. The ideal management of this difficult problem is not only to ensure prompt hemostasis, but also address the etiology or hemodynamics of the ectopic varices. We discuss the endovascular management of bleeding duodenal varices, which developed from superior mesenteric vein occlusion, following repeated attacks of pancreatitis. This unusual case was managed by a multidisciplinary collaborative approach between the gastrointestinal service and Interventional radiology. The classification system for ectopic varices and management options has been discussed in some detail. Medium term follow-up (8 months), at the time of this writing, showed that the patient is doing well, without interval hematemesis, imaging findings of recurrent/new varices or stent occlusion.
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- Ambarish P Bhat
- Department of Radiology, University of Missouri, Columbia, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Missouri, Columbia, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Missouri, Columbia, USA
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Introduction: Hemoperitoneum can be a life-threating condition in cirrhotic patients who have a limited compensatory reserve during hemorrhagic shock. We aim to review the literature on the different etiologies associated with non-traumatic hemoperitoneum (NTH), summarizing the most relevant conditions associated with spontaneous and iatrogenic peritoneal and retroperitoneal bleeding that may occur in cirrhotic patients and to illustrate the most relevant diagnostic strategies and optimal management. Area covered: This review encompasses the current literature in hemoperitoneum in cirrhotic patients in the absence of abdominal trauma. Established diagnostic procedures, therapeutic interventions and potential novel targets are reported and discussed. Expert opinion: To ensure the optimal management regardless of the underlying etiology of NTH, the first goal for the clinician is to obtain immediate hemodynamic stabilization with supportive measures and to control the source of bleeding. The latter can be achieved with angiographic embolization, which is usually the first choice, or with open surgery. Other therapeutic options according to specific etiologies include transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS), balloon-occluded retrograde transvenous obliteration (BRTO), balloon-occluded anterograde transvenous obliteration (BATO) or intra operative radio frequency (RF).
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- Paolo Aseni
- Department of Emergency, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda , Milan , Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery, New York University School of Medicine , New York , NY , USA
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Yadav A, Gangwani G, Mishra N, Gupta A. Percutaneous Transhepatic Approach for Recanalization of Superior Mesenteric and Portal Vein in a Patient With Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor Presenting With Bleeding Duodenal Varices: A Brief Case Report. J Clin Exp Hepatol 2018; 8:318-320. [PMID: 30302050 PMCID: PMC6175724 DOI: 10.1016/j.jceh.2018.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2017] [Accepted: 03/22/2018] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Occlusion of Portal Vein (PV) and Superior Mesenteric Vein (SMV) is a known effect of local infiltration by pancreatic or mesenteric neuroendocrine tumors. Venous occlusion leads to formation of collateral pathways to restore hepatopetal flow in main PV and these collateral pathways can be seen in the form of ectopic (duodenal or jejunal) varices. We present a case of bleeding duodenal varices secondary to SMV occlusion by a locally infiltrating pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor which was successfully treated by coil embolization of varices and SMV stenting of the occluded venous segment after failure of endoscopic glue injection. Various endovascular minimally invasive approaches have been described in literature for recanalization of SMV in such clinical scenarios which maybe challenging to treat for surgical methods. We recommend use of the retrograde transhepatic technique for recanalization of occluded SMV and embolization of associated varices as an alternate treatment option in such scenarios.
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- Ajit Yadav
- Senior Consultant, Department of Interventional Radiology, Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Clinical Assistant, Department of Interventional Radiology, Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Fellow, Department of Interventional Radiology, Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Chairperson, Department of Interventional Radiology, Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi, India,Address for correspondence: Arun Gupta, Chairperson, Department of Interventional Radiology, Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi 110060, India. Tel.: +91 9350335103.
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Wu X, Xuan W, Song L. Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent shunt placement and embolization for hemorrhage associated with rupture of anorectal varices. J Int Med Res 2018; 46:1666-1671. [PMID: 29338471 PMCID: PMC6091825 DOI: 10.1177/0300060517730720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Portal hypertension can lead to ectopic varices, which occur most frequently in the rectum. Rectal variceal bleeding in patients with portal hypertension is rare but can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated in a timely manner. However, no specific treatment guidelines have been established for rectal variceal bleeding. We herein report a case involving a woman with portal hypertension due to autoimmune liver disease who was successfully treated with a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent shunt and variceal embolization. We recommend treatment of refractory ectopic variceal bleeding with a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent shunt in combination with embolization.
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- Xiuyan Wu
- Department of Medical Oncology, The Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, The Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, The Second Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning, China
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Struyve M, Robaeys G. Ectopic variceal bleeding due to portosystemic shunt via dilated mesenteric veins and a varicous left ovarian vein : case report and literature review of ectopic varices. Acta Gastroenterol Belg 2017; 80:388-395. [PMID: 29560669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Ectopic varices are dilated portosystemic venous collaterals located outside of the gastro-esophageal region. Whereas they are common endoscopic findings in patients with portal hypertension, ectopic variceal bleeding is rather rare and accounts for only 1 to 5 % of all variceal bleedings. The rectum and the duodenum are the most common sites for ectopic varices, but they can be present along the whole intestinal tract and neighborhood. At present, there is no consensus well established on diagnostic workup for ectopic variceal bleeding and their therapeutic strategies. Further investigation of large series or randomized-controlled trials is needed because nowadays most of the data available are based on case reports. We report here an unusual case of an ectopic variceal bleeding, presented as an acute small intestine bleeding, due to a portosystemic shunt via dilated mesenteric veins and a varicous left ovarian vein in a patient with alcoholic cirrhosis. The involvement of an ovarian vein in ectopic variceal bleeding is rarely described.
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- Mathieu Struyve
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospitals Gasthuisberg, Leuven, Belgium
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg (ZOL), Genk, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospitals Gasthuisberg, Leuven, Belgium
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg (ZOL), Genk, Belgium
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Garcia MC, Ahlenstiel G, Mahajan H, van der Poorten D. Small bowel varices secondary to chronic superior mesenteric vein thrombosis in a patient with heterozygous Factor V Leiden mutation: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2015; 9:210. [PMID: 26423996 PMCID: PMC4589920 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-015-0705-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2015] [Accepted: 09/02/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Bleeding ectopic small bowel varices pose a clinical dilemma for the physician, given their diagnostic obscurity and the lack of evidence-based medicine to guide therapy. They often occur in the context of portal hypertension, secondary to either liver disease or extrahepatic causes. Rarely is their presence associated with chronic superior mesenteric vein thrombosis and hereditary coagulopathies. CASE PRESENTATION A 74-year-old white woman, with a heterozygous Factor V Leiden mutation and no underlying liver disease or portal hypertension, presented over the course of 13 months for recurrent episodes of melena and per rectal bleeding. An initial endoscopy showed a clean-based chronic gastric ulcer, while colonoscopies showed multiple, non-bleeding angioectasias which were treated with argon plasma coagulation. Subsequent video capsule endoscopy and double balloon enteroscopy revealed red wale marks overlying engorged submucosal veins in her distal ileum, consistent with ectopic varices. A chronic superior mesenteric vein thrombus, found via computed tomography venogram, was the cause of the ileal varices. She underwent curative surgical resection of the affected bowel, with no re-bleeding episodes 17 months post-surgery, despite needing lifelong anticoagulation for recurrent venous thromboembolisms. CONCLUSIONS Clinicians should consider ectopic varices in patients who present with obscure gastrointestinal bleeding, even in the absence of portal hypertension or liver disease. In those with a known thrombophilia, patients should be screened for splanchnic thrombosis, which may precipitate ectopic varices.
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- Maria C Garcia
- Sydney Medical School, Westmead Clinical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Sydney at Westmead Hospital, Westmead, NSW, Australia.
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- Department of Anatomical Pathology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, NSW, Australia.
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Sydney at Westmead Hospital, Westmead, NSW, Australia.
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Saad WEA, Lippert A, Saad NE, Caldwell S. Ectopic varices: anatomical classification, hemodynamic classification, and hemodynamic-based management. Tech Vasc Interv Radiol 2014; 16:158-75. [PMID: 23830673 DOI: 10.1053/j.tvir.2013.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Ectopic varices are dilated splanchnic (mesoportal) veins/varicosities and/or are dilated portosystemic collaterals that can occur along the entire gastrointestinal tract outside the common pathologic variceal sites. Ectopic varices are complex and highly variable entities that are not fully understood. Ectopic varices represent 2%-5% of a gastrointestinal tract variceal bleeding. However, ectopic varices have a 4-fold increased risk of bleeding when compared with esophageal varices and can have a mortality rate as high as 40%. All treatment strategies and techniques have been utilized in managing these potentially mortal varices and have shown poor outcomes. The debate of whether to manage these varices by decompression with a transjugular portosystemic shunt, or other portosystemic shunts, vs transvenous obliteration is unresolved. The rebleed rates after transjugular portosystemic shunt decompression are 20%-40%. The rebleed rates after transvenous obliteration and the mortality rate at 3-6 months are 30%-40% and 50%-60%, respectively. Hemodynamically from an etiology standpoint, there are 2 types: occlusive (type-b) and nonocclusive (oncotic or type-a). Hemodynamically from a vascular-shunting standpoint, there could be a component of portoportal or portosystemic shunting or both with varying dominance. This is the basis of the new classification system described herein. Management strategies (decompression vs sclerosis) are discussed. The ideal management strategy is a treatment that leads to prompt hemostasis but also addresses the etiology or hemodynamics of the ectopic varices. It is the hope that with better understanding, description, and categorization of ectopic varices comes a more systematic approach to this rare but menacing problem.
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- Wael E A Saad
- Division of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA 22908, USA.
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A 55-year-old man with alcoholic liver cirrhosis was admitted to hospital with tarry stools. Videoendoscopy examination on admission revealed blood oozing from the greater curvature of the gastric body (ectopic varices). Endoscopic ultrasonography and computed tomography were used in making the diagnosis. Endoscopic band ligation (EBL) was performed for the bleeding site of these varices. The patient experienced no further episodes of bleeding during the 6 months following treatment with EBL. EBL was very effective in treating the bleeding from gastric body varices.
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- Takahiro Sato
- Department of Gastroenterology, Sapporo Kosei General Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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