Alternative Treatment of a Bleeding Rectal Varix Using an Over-the-Scope Clip. Issue 9 (September 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sánchez-Luna, Sergio A.; Gulati, Rishabh; Rustagi, Tarun
• Is Part Of: ACG Case Reports Journal. Volume 6:Issue 9(2019)
• Publication Date: 2019-09
• DOI: 10.14309/crj.0000000000000169
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2326-3253

Abstract

Abstract : ABSTRACT: Portal hypertension with the subsequent development of portosystemic shunts such as rectal varices is a well-known complication of liver cirrhosis. We discuss the classic options for management of bleeding rectal varices. We present an alternative and not previously described use of an over-the-scope clip to manage bleeding from a rectal varix refractory to management with endoscopic banding.