Portal Hypertension
High pressure in the portal vein — the engine behind most cirrhosis complications.
Symptoms to watch
- Vomiting blood (haematemesis)
- Black, tarry stools (melena)
- Distended belly veins
- Enlarged spleen / low platelets
Our approach
- 01Risk-stratify with endoscopy + elastography + platelet count
- 02Primary and secondary prevention of variceal bleed (banding, beta-blockers)
- 03Acute bleed management with endoscopic haemostasis
- 04TIPS evaluation in coordination with interventional radiology
Common questions
How often should I get an endoscopy if I have cirrhosis?
Surveillance interval depends on whether varices are present and their size — typically every 1–3 years, individualised.