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TIPSS

Transjugular Intrahepatic PortoSystemic Shunt Flash Cards!   Click here to start flashcard deck[qdeck] [q unit=”Procedures” topic=”TIPSS”] Mechanism of action of TIPSS [a] TIPSS involves accessign the internal jugular vein and IVC to place a stent between hepatic and portal veins using a needle. – High pressure in portal system contributes to major complications of liver […]

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30/07/2022
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AFLF vs CDLD

Compare and contrast Acute Fulminant Liver Failure (AFLF) and Chronic Decompensated Liver Disease (CDLD) History AFLF CDLD – Acute ingestion (eg paracetamol)– Drug interactions– Viral– Ischaemic– Post-operative– Herbal / alternative Rx eg St John’s Wort – Chronic liver disease– Encephalopathy– Hepatitis (eg chronic Hep C)– GI bleeds Examination AFLF CDLD Jaundice YES YES Coma YES […]

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22/07/2022
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 |  Category: Hepatology, Intensive Care