Intestinal varices
Intestinal Varices
Intestinal varices (/ɪnˈtɛstɪnəl vəˈriːz/) are abnormal, enlarged veins in the intestine that appear in people with severe liver diseases.
Etymology
The term "intestinal" is derived from the Latin word "intestinum," meaning "gut," while "varices" comes from the Latin "varix," meaning "dilated vein."
Definition
Intestinal varices are dilated submucosal veins in the intestine, which can occur in patients with portal hypertension. They are less common than esophageal varices and gastric varices, but can cause significant bleeding.
Symptoms
Symptoms of intestinal varices can include abdominal pain, anemia, and gastrointestinal bleeding. However, many patients are asymptomatic until the varices rupture, which can lead to life-threatening bleeding.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of intestinal varices is often made through endoscopy, computed tomography (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment options for intestinal varices can include endoscopic therapy, transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS), and surgery. The choice of treatment depends on the patient's overall health, the severity of the varices, and the risk of bleeding.
Related Terms
- Portal hypertension
- Esophageal varices
- Gastric varices
- Endoscopy
- Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Intestinal varices
- Wikipedia's article - Intestinal varices
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