Portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is a narrowing or blockage of the portal vein due to a blood clot. It develops in the central body of the portal vein or its intrahepatic tributaries and even expand to the splenic or superior mesenteric veins. PVT often arises due to cirrhosis of the liver.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query. As you mentioned, your ultrasound suggested portal vein thrombosis.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The information given here (attachment removed to protect patient identity) shows that she has liver cirrhosis. Also, she has portal hypertension.
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