Clinical characteristics and efficacy of endoscopic treatment of gastrointestinal ectopic varices: A single-center study

Conclusion: Age, erythema, and the location of EcVs are considered risk factors for EcV bleeding, and the rate of bleeding is higher in patients with duodenal varices than in those with other EcVs. Endoscopic treatment is safe, effective, and feasible for controlling EcV bleeding.
Source: The Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research