Portal Hypertension (.HY-per-TEN-shun) at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is Portal Hypertension (.HY-per-TEN-shun)? High blood pressure in the vein that carries blood to the liver from the stomach, small and large intestines, spleen, pancreas, and gallbladder. It is usually caused by a block in the blood flow through the liver due to cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver.Medical Term & Definition Added By: Katherine
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