In this presentation, Marina Serper, MD, offers a comprehensive examination of the pathophysiology, prophylaxis and management of bleeding esophageal varices. Dr. Serper reviews the variety of therapies available for varices, including transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts (TIPS), balloon­occluded retrograde transvenous obliteration (BRTO) and the investigative treatment cyanoacrylate injection.

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• Penn GI News: Advances in Hepatitis Therapy
• Blog: Penn Gastroenterology News Update
• Dr. Serper’s Profile