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Can We Prevent Portal Vein Thrombosis in Patients With Cirrhosis?

Posted on November 12, 2012 by

The anti-clotting agent enoxaparin prevents portal vein thrombosis (PVT) in patients with cirrhosis, according to the November issue of Gastroenterology. PVT can lead to portal hypertension and reduce the blood supply to the liver—some patients with acute or extensive PVT develop severe gastrointestinal … Continue reading →

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