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(Q26.6) Portal vein-hepatic artery fistula
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48 491 in individuals diagnosis portal vein-hepatic artery fistula confirmed
3 041 deaths with diagnosis portal vein-hepatic artery fistula
6% mortality rate associated with the disease portal vein-hepatic artery fistula
Diagnosis portal vein-hepatic artery fistula is diagnosed Men are 14.31% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis portal vein-hepatic artery fistula
1 831 (6.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis portal vein-hepatic artery fistula
1 210 (5.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease portal vein-hepatic artery fistula - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29, 35-64, 75-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 30-34, 65-74, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 70-79, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 80-84
Disease Features portal vein-hepatic artery fistula
Absence or low individual and public risk
Portal vein-hepatic artery fistula - what does this mean
A portal vein-hepatic artery fistula is a rare type of vascular anomaly where there is an abnormal connection between the portal vein and the hepatic artery. this connection can be congenital or acquired due to trauma or surgery. it can cause high blood pressure in the portal vein, leading to portal hypertension and other complications.
What happens during the disease - portal vein-hepatic artery fistula
Portal vein-hepatic artery fistula is a rare vascular anomaly that occurs when there is a direct connection between the portal vein and the hepatic artery. this connection leads to increased blood flow from the hepatic artery to the portal vein, which can cause portal hypertension, liver cirrhosis, and other complications. the cause of this anomaly is unknown, but it is thought to be due to abnormal development of the portal vein or hepatic artery during fetal development.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Exam
- Ultrasound
- CT or MRI scan
- Angiography
- Endoscopy
- Liver Biopsy
- Blood Tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of portal vein-hepatic artery fistula and to reduce the risk of complications.
- Administering medications to reduce the pressure in the portal vein
- Surgery to close the fistula
- Endovascular embolization to block the blood flow through the fistula
- Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) to reduce pressure in the portal vein
- Regular monitoring of the patient's condition
- Lifestyle modifications, such as avoiding alcohol and reducing salt intake
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Portal vein-hepatic artery fistula - Prevention
Prevention of portal vein-hepatic artery fistula involves controlling risk factors such as obesity, hypertension, and diabetes, as well as avoiding alcohol and drugs that can damage the liver. additionally, regular screening for liver health is important to catch any abnormalities before they become serious.