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The distal splenorenal shunt.

M A Adson, J A van Heerden, D M Ilstrup

    Archives of Surgery (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |May 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    The distal splenorenal shunt (DSRS) offers a safe and effective treatment for portal hypertension, demonstrating low risks and good bleeding control. Patient survival depends on the cause of portal hypertension and liver function.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Procedures
    • Hepatology

    Background:

    • The distal splenorenal shunt (DSRS) was developed as an alternative to 'total' shunts due to unsatisfactory outcomes.
    • Its use as a preferred therapy declined with the rise of sclerotherapy in 1980.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the distal splenorenal shunt (DSRS) in managing portal hypertension.
    • To analyze outcomes including operative risk, encephalopathy, shunt occlusion, and bleeding control.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective analysis of 71 patients who underwent distal splenorenal shunt (DSRS) procedures.
    • The study was uncontrolled due to the inability to conduct a prospective randomized trial.

    Main Results:

    • Low operative risk (4%) and incidence of post-shunt encephalopathy (6%).
    • Acceptable shunt occlusion rate (10%) and effective bleeding control, comparable to other shunt procedures.
    • Survival rates were found to correlate with the etiology of portal hypertension and hepatic functional reserve.

    Conclusions:

    • Distal splenorenal shunt (DSRS) is associated with favorable short-term outcomes and acceptable complication rates.
    • Prognosis is significantly influenced by the underlying cause of portal hypertension and the patient's liver function.
    • The natural history of cirrhosis and comorbidities are critical factors in determining long-term survival.

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