Management of Variceal Hemorrhage: Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS)
摘要
In this chapter, indications for transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) in patients with variceal hemorrhage and contraindications for TIPS are discussed. The standard technique for stepwise TIPS placement is described, as well as common complications and the management of these events.