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DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1010663
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Clinical Features, Pathophysiology and Relevance of Portal Hypertensive Gastropathy

H. L. Smart, D. R. Triger
  • University of Sheffield, Department of Medicine and Pharmacology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, UK
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Publication Date:
17 March 2008 (online)

Abstract

The frequency and importance of gastric mucosal lesions in patients with portal hypertension have been increasingly recognized in recent years. This article describes the clinical and endoscopic features of portal hypertensive gastropathy and reviews the current state of knowledge concerning the pathophysiology and treatment of the disorder.

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