Congenital Absence of Portal Vein Presenting With Hematemesis in a Young Patient
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is caused by multiple different etiologies, with one being portal hypertension. Identifying the underlying cause of portal hypertension is extremely important in determining further management. This is a rare case of a patient who had developed portal hypertension secondary to a congenital absence of a portal vein with no other medical history. This case highlights a rare cause of portal hypertension and the need for prompt medical management.
Source: ACG Case Reports Journal
Authors: Leo Fawaz, James Davis, Namir Al-Ansari
Institution: Children's Hospital of Michigan
Language: English
Subfield: Hepatology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407603306