- An overview of the causes and symptoms of bleeding varices
- A rundown of the procedures used to diagnose and treat bleeding varices
- Details on alternative treatments, preventive measures, and prognosis
Definition
Bleeding varices are bleeding, dilated (swollen) veins in the esophagus (gullet), or the upper part of the stomach, caused by liver disease.
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