Predicting esophageal varices in children with portal hypertension
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests if non-invasive methods like blood tests and spleen size can predict esophageal varices in children with portal hypertension, potentially reducing the need for endoscopy.
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Who can take part
- You must be under 18 years old.
- Diagnosed with portal hypertension from liver or other causes.
- No active bleeding from varices at the moment.
- No prior variceal bleeding or treatment (banding/sclerotherapy).
- No past surgery or shunt for portal hypertension.
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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