Sclerotherapy of rectal varices.
Rectal varices represent a rare condition even in cases of portal hypertension. A case of bleeding ano-rectal varices presenting as the first manifestation of portal hypertension is reported. Treatment by sclerotherapy was successful.
Richon
J
J
Département de Chirurgie, Hôpital Cantonal Universitaire, Geneva, Switzerland.
Berclaz
R
R
Schneider
P A
PA
Marti
M C
MC
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D000077423:Polidocanol; D011092:Polyethylene Glycols / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012007:Rectum / Q000098:blood supply*; D012597:Sclerosing Solutions / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D014648:Varicose Veins / Q000628:therapy*
D012597:Sclerosing Solutions; D000077423:Polidocanol; D011092:Polyethylene Glycols