Splenic stiffness and platelet count to predict varices needing treatment in pediatric extrahepatic  portal vein obstruction

ConclusionSSM is higher in EHPVO bleeders but SSM and platelet counts are unreliable to predict VNT in pediatric EHPVO. Surveillance endoscopies may be needed in all pediatric EHPVO until better screening strategies are available.Trial registrationNot applicable
Source: Indian Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research