Influence of the Spleen on Portal Haemodynamics: a Non-invasive Study with Doppler Ultrasound in Chronic Liver Disease and Haematological Disorders

Abstract

Splenoportal Doppler sonography provides specific findings in cirrhosis and may therefore be a useful tool in differentiating between splenomegaly of portal hypertensive or haematological origin. In patients with cirrhosis, the presence of splenomegaly is associated with the presence of larger oesophageal varices.