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Role of MDCT in Grading of Esophageal Varices
Sponsor: Assiut University
Summary
Esophageal varices are one of the major complications of liver cirrhosis.Accurate grading of these varices is essential for effective management . Traditionally, esophagogastroduodenoscopy is the gold standard for diagnosing and grading esophageal varices,Multi detector computed tomography (MDCT) has emerged as a non-invasive alternative for evaluating esophageal varices.it particularly appealing for patients who contraindicated to endoscopy .
Official title: The Role of Multidetector Computed Tomography(MDCT) in Grading of Oesophageal Varices in Cirrhotic Patients in Comparison to Endoscopy
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 80 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
70
Start Date
2024-12
Completion Date
2026-01
Last Updated
2024-11-27
Healthy Volunteers
No