Open AccessSplenectomy Combined with Endoscopic Variceal Ligation (EVL) versus EVL Alone for Secondary Prophylaxis of Variceal Bleeding in Hepatosplenic Schistosomiasis: A Retrospective Case–Control Study
Author(s) -
Jolivet Auguste Rakotomalala,
Chantelli Iamblaudiot Razafindrazoto,
Nitah Harivony Randriamifidy,
Behoavy Mahafaly Ralaizanaka,
Sonny Maherison,
Domoina Harivonjy Hasina Laingonirina,
Mialitiana Rakotomaharo,
Anjaramalala Sitraka Rasolonjatovo,
Mamisoa Anicet Rakotovao,
Andry Lalaina Rinà Rakotozafindrabe,
Tovo Harimanana Rabenjanahary,
Rija Fanantenantsoa,
Soloniaina Hélio Razafimahefa,
Rado Manitrala Ramanampamonjy
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
hepatic medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 1179-1535
DOI - 10.2147/hmer.s367849
Subject(s) - splenectomy , medicine , gastroenterology , portal hypertension , ligation , varices , surgery , retrospective cohort study , mortality rate , cirrhosis , spleen