1. A: Esophageal varices: Upper endoscopy demonstrates four columns of esophageal varices. A consequence of portal hypertension, esophageal varices are one of the most common causes of life-threatening upper gastrointestinal bleeding. (Used, with permission, from Neil Mehta, MD.) B: Esophageal varices with "red wale" spots: Multiple "red wale" spots (arrows) seen on upper endoscopy usually signify recent esophageal variceal bleeding. (Used, with permission, from Neil Mehta, MD.) C: Band ligation of esophageal varices: Appearance after endoscopic banding (arrows) of two separate esophageal varices. (Used, with permission, from Neil Mehta, MD.)
Source: Liver, Biliary Tract, & Pancreas Disorders, Current Medical Diagnosis & Treatment 2018
Citation: Papadakis MA, McPhee SJ, Rabow MW. Current Medical Diagnosis & Treatment 2018; 2017 Available at: Accessed: October 22, 2017
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