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Band Ligation of Esophageal Varicies from Joseph Galati, MD

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From: Joseph Galati, MD

Category: Gastroenterology

Added: Jul 21, 2008

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This is a videoendocsopy clip performed and narrated by Dr. Joe Galati of Liver Specialists of Texas, located in Houston, Texas. This video demonstrates esophageal varicies caused by cirrhosis and portal hypertension, and the endoscopic banding of them. Banding can decrease the risk of bleeding from the esophageal varicies.

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