Long-term Outcome of Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt in Children With Portal Hypertension
Conclusion:
TIPS appears to have a high mid-term patency rate, especially if monitored and revised. Its high clinical success rate, along with a minimally invasive approach, suggests that in this setting TIPS should not be regarded only as a bridge to liver transplantation.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original Articles: Hepatology Source Type: research
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