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Splenic varices are dilated blood vessels that develop in the spleen due to increased pressure in the portal vein system. They can occur in conditions such as portal hypertension, often as a result of liver disease. Splenic varices can lead to complications like bleeding if they rupture.
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What is 12 cm proximal to the splenic flexure?
It would be near the descending colon in the left upper quadrant of humans.
What does sclerotherapy for esophageal varices involve?
Sclerotherapy for esophageal varices involves injecting a sclerosing agent into the varices to induce scarring and collapse them. This helps stop bleeding and reduce the risk of complications such as rupture. It is commonly used as a treatment option for managing and preventing bleeding episodes in patients with esophageal varices.
What are splenic granulomas?
Splenic granulomas are small nodules that form in the spleen in response to inflammation or infection. They are made up of a cluster of immune cells called macrophages that form a protective barrier around the foreign substance. Splenic granulomas can be found in a variety of conditions such as infections, autoimmune diseases, and cancers.
Which organ has curves called hepatic flexure and splenic flexure?
The large intestine has curves called the hepatic flexure (at the junction of the ascending and transverse colon) and the splenic flexure (at the junction of the transverse and descending colon).
The splenic left colic flexure lies in the upper left quadrant between what two portions of the large insestine?
The splenic left colic flexure lies between the descending colon and the transverse colon. It is located in the upper left quadrant of the abdomen and serves as a bend where the colon transitions from the transverse to the descending section.
What does splenic mean?
Splenic means related to the spleen.
Is the name varices a boy name?
yeah the name varices is common boy name but some girls also have the same name"varices"
How many stages of cirrhosis are they Varices Stages of varices?
Cirrhosis is generally classified into four stages: compensated cirrhosis, decompensated cirrhosis, and then two subcategories of decompensated cirrhosis, which include early and advanced stages. Varices, or esophageal varices, are often assessed using the modified classification system, typically categorized into small, medium, and large varices. The presence and size of varices indicate the severity of portal hypertension and the risk of bleeding. Regular monitoring is essential for managing patients with cirrhosis to prevent complications associated with varices.
What are varices?
Varices-- Swollen or enlarged veins, in this case on the lining of the esophagus.
What is the CPT code a direct ligation of esophageal varices?
The CPT code for "direct ligation of esophageal varices" is 43400.
What is testicular varices and what causes it?
Testicular varices is the condition where there is compression if the venous drainage in the testicles. This is mainly caused by the nutcracker syndrome.
Can you fly with esophageal varices?
endescopy?
Where is the splenic confluence?
Also called the portal splenic confluence. This is the area where the splenic vein meets the superior mesenteric vein. Together, posterior to the neck of the pancreas, these veins form the portal vein.
Do varices require surgery?
Varices may require a special surgical procedure called balloon tamponade ligation to stop the bleeding
What is splenic embolization?
Splenic embolization. involves plugging or blocking the splenic artery to shrink the size of the spleen. The substances that are injected during this procedure include polyvinyl alcohol foam, polystyrene, and silicone.
What are bleeding varices?
Bleeding varices are bleeding, dilated (swollen) veins in the esophagus (gullet), or the upper part of the stomach, caused by liver disease.
What Is the french word for the name varices?
veins
