Oesophageal varices Flashcards
1
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Pathophysiology of oesophageal varices?
A
Dilated veins at site of portosystemic anastomosis.
2
Q
Risk factors of oesophageal varices?
A
Prehepatic - portal vein thrombosis
Hepatic- Cirrhosis
Post hepatic- Budd chiari,RHF, Constrictive pericarditis
3
Q
Symptoms of oesophageal varices?
A
Haematemesis or melena
Epigastric discomfort
Sudden collapse
4
Q
Investigations of oesophageal varices?
A
Endoscopy
FBC, U+E, Clotting (INR)
5
Q
Managment of oesophageal varices
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ABCDE - Airway, breathing, circulation,Disability, exposure
Rockfall score
