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(I86.4) Gastric varices
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884 299 in individuals diagnosis gastric varices confirmed
2 548 deaths with diagnosis gastric varices
Diagnosis gastric varices is diagnosed Men are 79.61% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis gastric varices
1 443 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis gastric varices
1 105 (1.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease gastric varices - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features gastric varices
Absence or low individual and public risk
Gastric varices - what does this mean
Gastric varices are dilated veins in the stomach that occur when the pressure in the portal vein is increased, which can be caused by cirrhosis, portal hypertension, or other conditions. they can cause bleeding and can be a medical emergency.
What happens during the disease - gastric varices
Gastric varices are dilated veins in the stomach that occur due to increased pressure in the portal vein, which is the main vein carrying blood from the digestive organs to the liver. this increased pressure can be caused by liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension, or other conditions that block or narrow the portal vein. the dilated veins are prone to rupture, leading to internal bleeding which can be life-threatening.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Upper endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- MRI
- Angiography
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Reduce the risk of bleeding from gastric varices
- Reduce portal hypertension through medications and other treatments
- Perform endoscopic variceal ligation to reduce the size of varices
- Administer beta-blockers to reduce the pressure in the portal vein
- Perform endoscopic sclerotherapy to inject a chemical solution into the varices to reduce blood flow
- Perform endoscopic band ligation to tie off the varices
- Administer propranolol to reduce the risk of bleeding
- Perform TIPS procedure to create a shunt between the portal vein and the hepatic veins
- Perform surgery to create a shunt between the portal vein and the hepatic veins
- Administer octreotide to reduce the risk of bleeding
- Perform transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) to reduce the pressure in the portal vein
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Gastric varices - Prevention
Gastric varices can be prevented through lifestyle changes such as avoiding alcohol and smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and eating a balanced diet. it is also important to manage any underlying conditions such as cirrhosis and portal hypertension. regular monitoring and follow-up with a physician is also recommended to detect any potential issues early.