Value of serum-ascites albumin gradient as a predictor of high risk varices in portal hypertensive patients

Ahmed Essam ElDin Shalaby;

Abstract


Less than 5% of portal hypertensive patients die without developing ascites or without experiencing a previous bleeding episode from gastroesophageal varices. Patients with cirrhosis and ascites usually have a lower serum albumin, higher Child-Pugh score,


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Title Value of serum-ascites albumin gradient as a predictor of high risk varices in portal hypertensive patients
Authors Ahmed Essam ElDin Shalaby
Keywords Value of serum-ascites albumin gradient as a predictor of high risk varices in portal hypertensive patients
Issue Date 2007
Description 
Less than 5% of portal hypertensive patients die without developing ascites or without experiencing a previous bleeding episode from gastroesophageal varices. Patients with cirrhosis and ascites usually have a lower serum albumin, higher Child-Pugh score,

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