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Endoscopic variceal sclerosis: a one-year experience

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    Endoscopic variceal sclerosis (EVS) using a cuffed balloon endoscope effectively treated bleeding varices in 75 patients. This minimally invasive procedure showed a high survival rate and is a viable alternative to surgery for variceal hemorrhage.

    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Endoscopy
    • Hepatology

    Background:

    • Variceal hemorrhage is a life-threatening complication of portal hypertension.
    • Traditional treatments like shunt surgery carry significant risks.
    • Endoscopic variceal sclerosis (EVS) offers a less invasive approach.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of EVS using a cuffed balloon fiberoptic endoscope in the first year of its use.
    • To assess patient outcomes, including survival rates and complication frequency.

    Main Methods:

    • EVS was performed on 75 patients with endoscopically documented variceal hemorrhage.
    • The procedure utilized a cuffed balloon fiberoptic endoscope without general anesthesia.
    • Patients were treated during active bleeding or shortly thereafter.

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    Main Results:

    • 92% of patients were discharged after initial EVS treatment.
    • An overall survival rate of 89.3% was observed.
    • Complications leading to prolonged hospitalization were infrequent, though two deaths were possibly EVS-related.

    Conclusions:

    • EVS with a cuffed balloon endoscope is a recommended treatment for managing variceal hemorrhage.
    • This endoscopic technique presents a reasonable alternative to shunt surgery for variceal bleeding.