Prevalence and Clinical Significance of Portal Vein Thrombosis in Patients with Cirrhosis and Acute Decompensation

Portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is a common and serious complication in patients with cirrhosis. However, little is known about PVT in patients with cirrhosis and acute decompensation (AD). We investigated the prevalence and clinical significance of PVT in nonmalignant patients with cirrhosis and AD.

Source: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology - February 24, 2020 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Yan Zhang, Bao-yan Xu, Xian-bo Wang, Xin Zheng, Yan Huang, Jinjun Chen, Zhong-ji Meng, Yan-hang Gao, Zhi-ping Qian, Feng Liu, Xiao-bo Lu, Yu Shi, Jia Shang, Hai Li, Shao-yang Wang, Shan Yin, Shu-ning Sun, Yi-Xin Hou, Yan Xiong, Jun Chen, Bei-ling Li, Qing Source Type: research