[Endoscopic ligation of oesophageal varices]

Endoscopic rubber band liglation of esophageal varices is a technique developed by Stiegmann and co-workers in an attempt to provide an endoscopic treatment for bleeding esophageal varices that isat least as effective as endoscopic sclero therapy, but has a lower incidence of complications. Several studies have shown that endoscopic rubber band ligation of esophageal varices is a promising alternative to scierotherapy.