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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Intestinal varices | |||
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| field = [[Gastroenterology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Gastrointestinal bleeding]], [[abdominal pain]] | |||
| complications = [[Anemia]], [[hypovolemic shock]] | |||
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| types = | |||
| causes = [[Portal hypertension]], [[liver cirrhosis]], [[portal vein thrombosis]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Endoscopy]], [[CT scan]], [[MRI]] | |||
| differential = [[Esophageal varices]], [[gastric varices]], [[hemorrhoids]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Endoscopic sclerotherapy]], [[transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt]] (TIPS), [[beta blockers]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
| deaths = | |||
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'''Intestinal varices''' are an abnormal, enlarged vein located in the mucosa or submucosa of the small intestine. They are a rare condition, often associated with [[portal hypertension]], [[cirrhosis]], and other liver diseases. | '''Intestinal varices''' are an abnormal, enlarged vein located in the mucosa or submucosa of the small intestine. They are a rare condition, often associated with [[portal hypertension]], [[cirrhosis]], and other liver diseases. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The primary cause of intestinal varices is [[portal hypertension]], a condition characterized by increased pressure in the portal vein. This vein carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver. Other causes include [[cirrhosis]], a liver disease that causes scarring and poor liver function, and other liver diseases. | The primary cause of intestinal varices is [[portal hypertension]], a condition characterized by increased pressure in the portal vein. This vein carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver. Other causes include [[cirrhosis]], a liver disease that causes scarring and poor liver function, and other liver diseases. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of intestinal varices can vary, but may include [[abdominal pain]], [[bloating]], and [[bleeding]]. In severe cases, the condition can lead to life-threatening bleeding. | Symptoms of intestinal varices can vary, but may include [[abdominal pain]], [[bloating]], and [[bleeding]]. In severe cases, the condition can lead to life-threatening bleeding. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of intestinal varices often involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests. These may include [[endoscopy]], a procedure that uses a flexible tube with a light and camera to view the digestive tract, and [[computed tomography (CT) scan]], which uses X-rays to create detailed images of the body. | Diagnosis of intestinal varices often involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests. These may include [[endoscopy]], a procedure that uses a flexible tube with a light and camera to view the digestive tract, and [[computed tomography (CT) scan]], which uses X-rays to create detailed images of the body. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for intestinal varices depends on the severity of the condition and the underlying cause. Options may include medication to reduce portal hypertension, endoscopic therapy to stop bleeding, and in severe cases, surgery. | Treatment for intestinal varices depends on the severity of the condition and the underlying cause. Options may include medication to reduce portal hypertension, endoscopic therapy to stop bleeding, and in severe cases, surgery. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Portal hypertension]] | * [[Portal hypertension]] | ||
* [[Cirrhosis]] | * [[Cirrhosis]] | ||
* [[Endoscopy]] | * [[Endoscopy]] | ||
* [[Computed tomography (CT) scan]] | * [[Computed tomography (CT) scan]] | ||
[[Category:Gastroenterology]] | [[Category:Gastroenterology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Digestive diseases]] | [[Category:Digestive diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:47, 4 April 2025
| Intestinal varices | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Gastrointestinal bleeding, abdominal pain |
| Complications | Anemia, hypovolemic shock |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Portal hypertension, liver cirrhosis, portal vein thrombosis |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Endoscopy, CT scan, MRI |
| Differential diagnosis | Esophageal varices, gastric varices, hemorrhoids |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Endoscopic sclerotherapy, transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS), beta blockers |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | |
Intestinal varices are an abnormal, enlarged vein located in the mucosa or submucosa of the small intestine. They are a rare condition, often associated with portal hypertension, cirrhosis, and other liver diseases.
Causes[edit]
The primary cause of intestinal varices is portal hypertension, a condition characterized by increased pressure in the portal vein. This vein carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver. Other causes include cirrhosis, a liver disease that causes scarring and poor liver function, and other liver diseases.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of intestinal varices can vary, but may include abdominal pain, bloating, and bleeding. In severe cases, the condition can lead to life-threatening bleeding.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of intestinal varices often involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests. These may include endoscopy, a procedure that uses a flexible tube with a light and camera to view the digestive tract, and computed tomography (CT) scan, which uses X-rays to create detailed images of the body.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for intestinal varices depends on the severity of the condition and the underlying cause. Options may include medication to reduce portal hypertension, endoscopic therapy to stop bleeding, and in severe cases, surgery.
