Endoscopic variceal ligation in primary and secondary prevention of variceal bleeding: a retrospective study in Digestive Endoscopy Unit, University Hospital Joseph Raseta Befelatanana, Antananarivo, Madagascar

Endoscopic variceal ligation in primary and secondary prevention of variceal bleeding: a retrospective study in Digestive Endoscopy Unit, University Hospital Joseph Raseta Befelatanana, Antananarivo, Madagascar

Abstract Introduction Endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL) is a crucial procedure for the primary and secondary prevention of variceal bleeding. The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of EVL in the prevention of variceal bleeding. Methods This was a retrospective, si...

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Main Authors: Chantelli Iamblaudiot Razafindrazoto, Nitah Harivony Randriamifidy, Jolivet Auguste Rakotomalala, Sedera Radoniaina Rakotondrasoa, Behoavy Mahafaly Ralaizanaka, Henintsoa Rakotoniaina, Antsa Fihobiana Randrianiaina, Mialitiana Rakotomaharo, Domoina Harivonjy Hasina Laingonirina, Sonny Maherison, Anjaramalala Sitraka Rasolonjatovo, Andry Lalaina Rinà Rakotozafindrabe, Tovo Harimanana Rabenjanahary, Soloniaina Hélio Razafimahefa, Rado Manitrala Ramanampamonjy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2023-10-01
Series:Egyptian Liver Journal
Subjects:
Endoscopic variceal ligation
Variceal bleeding
Efficacy
Safety
Madagascar
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43066-023-00295-3

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