Current use of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts

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Abstract

The principal indication for transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts (TIPS) continues to be rescue therapy for variceal hemorrhage that cannot be controlled by endoscopic or medical therapy. TIPS provide no survival advantage in prevention of rebleeding or refractory ascites. The indications for TIPS continue to expand, however, especially for Budd-Chiari syndrome and hydrothorax. Other more novel indications include bleeding portal hypertensive gastropathy or ectopic varices, Budd-Chiari syndrome, veno-occlusive disease, hepatorenal syndrome, hepatopulmonary syndrome, hepatocellular carcinoma, and polycystic liver disease. Great strides have been made recently in models to predict mortality and complications following TIPS placement. Graft stents hold promise based on early studies. Finally, complications are common and may be life threatening.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)31-38
Number of pages8
JournalCurrent gastroenterology reports
Volume5
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 2003

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Gastroenterology

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