A trial for variceal bleeding in cavernous transformation of portal vein
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a combined procedure to stop bleeding from enlarged veins in the food pipe (varices) in people with a rare condition called cavernous transformation of the portal vein. The treatment involves blocking the bleeding veins and reducing blood flow to the spleen to prevent future bleeding.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have cavernous transformation of the portal vein, confirmed by ultrasound, CT, or MRI.
- You have a blood clot in the portal vein that extends to the splenic and superior mesenteric veins.
- You have had bleeding from varices in the past that has come back despite medication and endoscopic treatments.
- You have already been treated with the combined procedure (variceal and partial splenic artery embolization) and have had at least one follow-up visit.
- You do not have active cancer or an active infection.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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