Endoscopists at the Pskov Regional Clinical Hospital perform ligation of esophageal varices. This is a minimally invasive operation. During the year, doctors perform about 30 such procedures at POKB.
Most often, dilation of the esophageal veins occurs with portal hypertension. This condition is typical for patients who suffer from cirrhosis of the liver. And this expansion of the veins entails the occurrence of severe bleeding.
During the procedure, latex rings are placed on the pathologically altered veins of the esophagus. This stops the blood flow in them.
Indications for surgery are established jointly by a gastroenterologist and an endoscopist after examining the patient.
The operation itself lasts from 15 to 30 minutes. The patient is under anesthesia at this time. The advantages of this treatment method are that the risk of mortality from variceal bleeding is reduced.
And in order to reduce the risk of complications and the likelihood of relapse, doctors advise patients to undergo mandatory treatment with a gastroenterologist.
At the Pskov Regional Clinical Hospital, surgeons perform complex and unique operations and save people’s lives. The operating rooms are equipped with modern equipment that helps conduct more accurate research.
Positive changes are taking place in medical institutions of the Pskov region thanks to the national project “Healthcare”.
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