gastric varices


gastric varices

varices located in the gastric mucosa, most commonly in the cardia and fundus, as a result of portal hypertension, which are prone to ulceration and massive bleeding. Gastric varices are difficult to treat endoscopically and may require TIPS placement.

gas·tric va·ri·ces

(gastrik vari-sēz) Varices located in gastric mucosa, most commonly in the cardia and fundus, as a result of portal hypertension, which are prone to ulceration and massive bleeding.