Esophageal Varices Flashcards
1
Q
Pathophysiology of Esophageal Varices?
A
Portal HTN -> venous blood backflows into esophageal veins
2
Q
MCC of Esophageal Perforations?
A
Cirrhosis (esoph perf is a major cause of death in these pts)
3
Q
Test of choice?
A
Endoscopy
4
Q
Trmnt?
A
1 Endoscopy within 12hrs
