Budd-Chiari Syndrome

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Disease or Syndrome

Definition:

A condition in which the hepatic venous outflow is obstructed anywhere from the small hepatic veins to the junction of the inferior vena cava and the right atrium. Usually the blockage is extrahepatic and caused by blood clots (thrombus) or fibrous webs. Parenchymal fibrosis is uncommon.

Synonyms:

Budd Chiari Syndrome
Chiari Syndrome
Chiari's Syndrome
Chiaris Syndrome
Hepatic Vein Thromboses
Hepatic Vein Thrombosis
Hepatic Venous Outflow Obstruction
Thromboses, Hepatic Vein
Thrombosis, Hepatic Vein
Vein Thromboses, Hepatic
Vein Thrombosis, Hepatic

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