Definition of Portal hypertension

1. Noun. Increase in blood pressure in the veins of the portal system caused by obstruction in the liver (often associated with alcoholic cirrhosis), causing enlargement of the spleen and collateral veins.

Generic synonyms: Malignant Hypertension

Lexicographical Neighbors of Portal Hypertension

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portacaval shunt
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portaged
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portaging
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portagues
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portaled
portals
portal hypertension (current term)
portal site
portal system
portal vein
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portapack
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portas
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