Pathophysiology 1) increased resistance to portal blood flow 2) by definition, pressure in portal system is > 10 mmHg (normal is 5-10 mmHg) 3) … [Read more...]
Portal Vein Thombosis
Pathophysiology 1) thrombosis of portal vein, causing mechanical obstruction 2) obstruction causes flow backup and increased pressure in distal … [Read more...]