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[[Image:Varices CT.gif|thumb|left|frame|Axial CT scan showing esophageal varices in a patient with portal hypertension, source: https://commons.wikimedia.org]] | [[Image:Varices CT.gif|thumb|left|frame|Axial CT scan showing esophageal varices in a patient with portal hypertension, source: https://commons.wikimedia.org]] | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Syed Hassan A. Kazmi BSc, MD [2]
Overview
On CT scan gastrointestinal varices may appear as well-defined, tubular structures that have a smooth appearance with homogeneous attenuation.
CT scan
On CT scan, gastrointestinal varices demonstrate the following characteristics:[1]
- Well-defined
- Tubular
- Serpentine shaped structures
- Smooth appearance with homogeneous attenuation
- Enhancement with contrast material
References
- ↑ Cho, K C; Patel, Y D; Wachsberg, R H; Seeff, J (1995). "Varices in portal hypertension: evaluation with CT". RadioGraphics. 15 (3): 609–622. doi:10.1148/radiographics.15.3.7624566. ISSN 0271-5333.