Abstract
Recent advances in the pharmacology of portal hypertension are reviewed, against the background of existing knowledge and current clinical research. The most recent trials are analysed, and conclusions made about the use of drugs in acute variceal haemorrhage, as well as directions for further clinical trials and research.
MeSH terms
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Acute Disease
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Catheterization
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Clinical Trials as Topic
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Esophageal and Gastric Varices / complications*
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Esophageal and Gastric Varices / etiology
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Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / drug therapy
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Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / etiology
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Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / therapy*
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Humans
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Hypertension, Portal / complications*
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Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
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Vasoconstrictor Agents / therapeutic use