Portosystemic Shunting in Children During the Era of Endoscopic Therapy: Improved Postoperative Growth Parameters
Tomoaki Kato,
Rene Romero,
Raghad Koutouby
et al.
Abstract:Background:Surgical portosystemic shunting has been performed less frequently in recent years. In this retrospective study, recent outcomes of portosystemic shunting in children are described, to evaluate its role in the era of endoscopic therapy.Methods:Retrospective chart review of children who underwent surgical portosystemic shunt procedures between October 1994 and October 1997.Results:Twelve children (age range, 1–16 years) underwent shunting procedures. The causes of portal hypertension were extrahepati… Show more
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