Digestive Disease Interventions 2022; 06(02): 121-130
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1745857
Review Article

Pediatric Portal Hypertension: Etiology and Management

Jay H. Shah
1   Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
2   Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
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Harun Krndzija
3   Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Georgia
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1   Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
2   Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
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Abstract

Portal hypertension is a known cause of morbidity and mortality in children. With a paucity of data and no standardized algorithm for treatment, a comprehensive understanding of this disease process is necessary for pediatric interventional radiologists, hepatologists, and surgeons who collaborate to care for these patients. While associations can be drawn to adult disease, the specifics of pediatric portal hypertension necessitate a separate, multidisciplinary approach. This review provides a summary and update on the evaluation, management, and treatment of pediatric portal hypertension.



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Eingereicht: 09. November 2021

Angenommen: 24. Januar 2022

Artikel online veröffentlicht:
16. Mai 2022

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