Portal hypertension is an increase in blood pressure within the portal venous system, which can lead to enlarged veins and gastrointestinal bleeding. It is commonly caused by liver cirrhosis or scarring. Other potential causes include blood clots or abnormalities in the portal vein. Symptoms of portal hypertension include ascites, enlarged spleen, and liver dysfunction.

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Portal
Hypertension

2. Portal hypertension is an
increase in the blood
pressure within a system
of veins called the portal
venous system
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The increased pressure in the
portal vein may lead to the
development of large, swollen
veins (varices) within the
esophagus, stomach, rectum,
or umbilical area

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Causes of Portal Hypertension
Liver cirrhosis
Hepatic fibrosis

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Portal vein thrombosis or blood
clots within the portal vein
Congenital portal vein atresia or
failure of the portal vein to develop

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Hepatic vein thrombosis Constrictive pericarditis

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Gastrointestinal bleeding
Ascites ( accumulation of fluid in the abdomen)
Encephalopathy (liver is unable to filter waste
products)
Splenomegaly ( enlargement of spleen due to the
accumulation of blood components)
Symptoms of portal hypertension

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