From the portalsystem were absorbed, through the stomach and intestines, the products of digestion.
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In 8 cases, five years after portalsystem recanalization the first symptoms of portal hypertension occurred.
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These formations may occur during life, in the heart, arteries, veins, or in the portalsystem.
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The abdominal computed tomography scan showed thrombosis of the portalsystem extending from the spleno-mesenteric confluence to the portal vein.
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Conclusions: Thrombolytic treatment of acute portal thrombosis, if administered promptly, appears to be the only way to improve, or even restore, the portalsystem patency.