Hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease

Overview

Liver disease that is caused by injuries to the ENDOTHELIAL CELLS of the vessels and subendothelial EDEMA, but not by THROMBOSIS. Extracellular matrix, rich in FIBRONECTINS, is usually deposited around the HEPATIC VEINS leading to venous outflow occlusion and sinusoidal obstruction.

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Quick facts about Hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease

Topic type

Condition

Category

Cardiology

MeSH classification

C06.552.360|C14.907.460

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• Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
• Ask what treatment or management options may be suitable.
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