Multidetector computed tomography versus platelet/spleen diameter ratio as methods for the detection of gastroesophageal varices.

Abstract

MDCT was accurate for the detection of gastroesophageal varices, especially those with clinically significant size (>5 mm), and superior to platelet/spleen diameter ratio. MDCT could replace, in selected patients, upper GI endoscopy as a method for detecting gastroesophageal varices in cirrhotic patients.