Self-Expandable Metal Stent Application as Bridging Therapy in Refractory Esophageal Variceal Bleeding
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Self-Expandable Metal Stent Application as Bridging Therapy in Refractory Esophageal Variceal Bleeding

J Acad Res Med 2016;6(2):119-121 DOI: 10.5152/jarem.2016.925
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Abstract

Esophageal variceal bleeding is a serious complication of portal hypertension in cirrhotic patients. Current treatment approach consists of band ligation and sclerotherapy. More than 10% of variceal bleedings are refractory to standard treatments and have a higher mortality rate. In this study, we aimed to share our experiences regarding covered self-expanding metal stent (SEMS) as a bridging therapy to permanent treatments, which decrease portal blood pressure, such as TIPS and surgery in two refractory variceal bleeding patients who were referred to our hospital with a past history of multiple band ligations to esophageal varies. (JAREM 2016; 6: 119-21)

Keywords: Esophageal variceal bleeding, self-expanding metal stent, band ligation