Endoscopic band ligation of esophageal varices from A to Z

Abstract

Esophageal varices bleeding is a severe complication of portal hypertension. Endoscopic ligation (EL) is the “gold standard” for treatment of acute bleeding, and as well as an effective means of primary and secondary prevention. The technique of endoscopic ligation is well studied, does not present significant technical difficulties. However, in some cases it is accompanied by complications, the most dangerous of which is slipping of ligature. The marker of the effectiveness of EL is the eradication of esophageal varices, which is ensured by compliance with the algorithm of the technique and a step-by-step approach to endoscopic treatment.