ABDOMINAL
CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE
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Portal hypertention
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Portal hypotension
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Vein hypertension
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Portal hypertension
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Detailed explanation-1: -Portal hypertension is a term used to describe elevated pressures in the portal venous system (a major vein that leads to the liver). Portal hypertension may be caused by intrinsic liver disease, obstruction, or structural changes that result in increased portal venous flow or increased hepatic resistance.
Detailed explanation-2: -(POR-tul HY-per-TEN-shun) High blood pressure in the vein that carries blood to the liver from the stomach, small and large intestines, spleen, pancreas, and gallbladder. It is usually caused by a block in the blood flow through the liver due to cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver.
Detailed explanation-3: -With regard to the liver itself, causes of portal hypertension usually are classified as prehepatic, intrahepatic, and posthepatic.