# Duodenal Varices Presenting as Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding

**Authors:** Olachi Egbo, Bassel Dakkak, Onyinye S Ugonabo, Christopher Magiera

PMC · DOI: 10.7759/cureus.63244 · Cureus · 2024-06-26

## TL;DR

This paper discusses the challenges of treating duodenal varices, a serious condition causing severe gastrointestinal bleeding.

## Contribution

The paper highlights the need for improved understanding and treatment strategies for duodenal varices.

## Key findings

- Duodenal varices are linked to high morbidity and mortality due to severe bleeding.
- The case emphasizes the importance of advancing knowledge and treatment approaches for this condition.

## Abstract

Duodenal varices pose a significant clinical challenge due to their association with severe gastrointestinal bleeding. This condition requires attention because of its acute severity, high morbidity, and mortality rates. The presented case underscores the importance of advancing both knowledge and treatment approaches for duodenal varices. This pursuit is aimed not only at improving immediate clinical outcomes but also at deepening our understanding of complications related to portal hypertension.

## Linked entities

- **Diseases:** portal hypertension (MONDO:0005080)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** portal hypertension (MESH:D006975), Gastrointestinal Bleeding (MESH:D006471), Duodenal Varices (MESH:D014648)

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