Power calculation stipulated a study population of 323 patients. Results: An association between sublingual varices and hypertension was found (OR = 2.25, p < 0.002).

To provide an increasing body of knowledge related to umbilical cord care, a literature review was conducted to study the evolution of umbilical cord care, to evaluate the scientific evidence used ...

A recanalized umbilical vein can occur in the context of portal hypertension, traveling along the falciform or round ligament (13), as can be seen in Figure 7. The collateral system can drain into the ...

Belly button pain can occur for many reasons, such as an infection, an umbilical hernia, pregnancy, or a problem with the digestive system. A doctor can help resolve any underlying issues. Anyone ...

Objective This randomised trial aimed to address whether endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL) or propranolol (PPL) is more effective at preventing initial oesophageal variceal bleeding (EVB) in patients ...