Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (Jan 2024)

Acute Variceal Hemorrhage in Germany–A Nationwide Study of 65,357 Hospitalized Cases

  • Alexander Mertens,
  • Tobias Essing,
  • Anselm Kunstein,
  • Christian Weigel,
  • Johannes Bode,
  • Christoph Roderburg,
  • Tom Luedde,
  • Jennis Kandler,
  • Sven H. Loosen

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/5453294
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2024

Abstract

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Conclusion: Our study provides detailed insight into the incidence, patient-related risk factors, endoscopic treatment, and in-hospital mortality in a sizeable AVH collective in Germany. These data might help improve risk stratification and treatment strategies for AVH patients in the future.