[The optimal implantation of the peritoneal-jugular shunt with LeVeen valve].
The authors underline the efficacy of peritoneovenous shunting with LeVeen's valve in the treatment of refractory ascites in cirrhotic patients. Selection and appropriate preoperative management of patients are essential to assure good immediate and long-term results.
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Clinica Chirurgica Generale e Terapia Chirurgica, II Università degli Studi Tor Vergata, Roma.
Pigliucci
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Giudiceandrea
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Cervelli
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Casciani
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D006801:Humans; D010536:Peritoneovenous Shunt / Q000379:methods*; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control
Impianto ottimale dello shunt peritoneo-giugulare con valvola di LeVeen.