title: Selective decompression of esophageal varices--advantages and indications.
mesh_terms: D004932:Esophageal and Gastric Varices / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D006503:Hepatic Veins / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D006975:Hypertension, Portal / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D008102:Liver Circulation; D008111:Liver Function Tests; D011172:Portography; D011312:Pressure