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LMWH and vitamin K antagonists are widely accepted and used to treat primary thrombosis of the portal venous system or hepatic venous outflow tract. There are no major concerns regarding the safety of DOACs in patients with non-cirrhotic vascular liver diseases, as... by dr_fatlumi@yahoo.com | Nov 21, 2023 | Encyclopedia A-Z
Statins The use of statins should be encouraged in patients with cirrhosis and an approved indication for statins since these agents may decrease portal pressure and improve overall survival. In patients with Child-Pugh B and C cirrhosis, statins should be used at a... by dr_fatlumi@yahoo.com | Nov 21, 2023 | Encyclopedia A-Z
Patients with compensated cirrhosis who are not candidates for initiating non-selective beta blockers (NSBBs) (contraindication/intolerance) for the prevention of decompensation should undergo an endoscopy for variceal screening if LSM by TE is ≥20 kPa or platelet... by dr_fatlumi@yahoo.com | Oct 29, 2023 | Modules
We present a standard esophagogastroduodenoscopy reporting form for use in EGDS reporting. NORMAL ESOPHAGOGASTRODUODENOSCOPIC REPORTThe patient underwent continuous pulse oximetry and vital sign monitoring throughout the procedure.SEDATION: Xylocaine spray, Midazolam... by dr_fatlumi@yahoo.com | Oct 26, 2023 | Encyclopedia A-Z
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) is a group of rare genetic disorders that affect the endocrine system, which is responsible for producing and regulating hormones in the body.These syndromes are characterized by the development of tumors in multiple endocrine...