Variceal Banding: Procedure, Recovery Time, Outlook, and More
2023年11月9日 · A procedure called variceal banding, or endoscopic band ligation, uses tiny elastic bands to treat ruptured varices and prevent others from rupturing.
Endoscopic variceal ligation - UpToDate
2024年1月23日 · The EVL technique is similar to hemorrhoidal banding; it works by capturing the varix within a small band, resulting in occlusion from thrombosis. The tissue then becomes …
Variceal Band Ligation in the Prevention of Variceal Bleeding ...
We analyzed in a multicenter trial, the efficacy and side effects of endoscopic band ligation for the primary and secondary prophylaxis of esophageal variceal bleeding. We assigned 603 …
Esophageal varices - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
2023年3月15日 · If your esophageal varices appear to have a high risk of bleeding, or if you've had bleeding from varices before, your health care provider might recommend a procedure …
Band ligation for esophageal varices is more effective than sclerotherapy, with a lower complication rate. It is also easier to use and train sustainably in a low-resource setting. …
Endoscopic variceal ligation. Endoscopic variceal ligation is the treatment of choice for both controlling esophageal variceal hemorrhage and secondary prophy-laxis. The results of 6 …
Patient education: Esophageal varices (Beyond the Basics)
2024年3月26日 · Variceal band ligation is usually performed in people who have bled from varices. However, it can also be performed to prevent bleeding, especially in people whose …