Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt

Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) is a medical procedure used to create a pathway between the Portal vein and the Hepatic vein in the liver.

Pronunciation

Transjugular: /trænzˈdʒʌɡjʊlər/ Intrahepatic: /ˌɪntrəhɪˈpætɪk/ Portosystemic: /ˌpɔːrtoʊsɪˈstɛmɪk/ Shunt: /ʃʌnt/

Etymology

The term "Transjugular" is derived from the Latin words "trans" meaning across, and "jugulum" meaning throat. "Intrahepatic" comes from the Latin "intra" meaning within, and "hepatic" from the Greek "hepar" meaning liver. "Portosystemic" is a combination of "porto" referring to the portal vein, and "systemic" referring to the systemic circulation. "Shunt" is derived from the Middle English "shunten" meaning to evade or avoid, but in medical terms, it refers to a passage or anastomosis between two natural channels, especially between blood vessels.

Procedure

The TIPS procedure involves the creation of a new pathway for blood flow in the liver. This is achieved by connecting the Portal vein (which carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver) to the Hepatic vein (which carries blood away from the liver back to the heart). This shunt is typically created using a stent, a small mesh tube that is used to keep the pathway open.

Indications

TIPS is primarily used to treat Portal hypertension, a condition characterized by increased blood pressure within the portal vein. This procedure is also used to manage complications of liver disease, such as Variceal bleeding and Ascites.

Risks and Complications

Like any medical procedure, TIPS carries potential risks and complications. These may include infection, bleeding, liver failure, or shunt malfunction.

Related Terms

• Portal vein
• Hepatic vein
• Portal hypertension
• Variceal bleeding
• Ascites

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt
• Wikipedia's article - Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt

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