Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3984165 | Clinical Radiology | 2009 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
The creation of an intrahepatic portosystemic shunt via a transjugular approach (TIPS) is an interventional radiological procedure used to treat the complications of portal hypertension. TIPS insertion is principally indicated to prevent or arrest variceal bleeding when medical or endoscopic treatments fail, and in the management refractory ascites. This review discusses the development and execution of the technique, with focus on its clinical efficacy. Patient selection, imaging surveillance, revision techniques, and complications are also discussed.
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Authors
A.R. Owen, A.J. Stanley, A. Vijayananthan, J.G. Moss,