Publications by authors named "Alexandre Borgheresi"
Arq Bras Cir Dig
February 2022
Article Synopsis
- This study investigates the effectiveness of endoscopic treatment for esophageal variceal in patients with portal hypertension caused by schistosomiasis, focusing on the long-term outcomes related to spleen size.
- Researchers analyzed medical records of 54 patients over an average follow-up of 8 years, finding that a spleen index greater than 144 is a strong predictor of rebleeding, while a spleen length over 20 cm indicates a likelihood of variceal recurrence.
- The findings suggest that using ultrasonography to assess spleen size can help predict the risks of rebleeding and variceal recurrence after endoscopic treatment, highlighting the need for careful monitoring in affected patients.
