Transient Hemolytic Anemia after TIPS Procedure
Author Information
Author(s): Sagrario Garcia-Rebollo, Emilio Gonzalez-Reimers, Francisco Santolaria-Fernandez, Francisco Diaz-Romero, Fermin Rodriguez-Moreno, Antonio Martinez-Riera
Primary Institution: Hospital Universitario de Canarias
Hypothesis
Can transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent shunt (TIPS) lead to hemolytic anemia in cirrhotic patients?
Conclusion
The patient developed a transient microangiopathic hemolytic anemia after undergoing a TIPS procedure, which resolved spontaneously.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of multiple variceal bleeding episodes.
- After the TIPS procedure, the patient developed elevated bilirubin and LDH levels.
- Recovery from hemolysis occurred spontaneously without further intervention.
Takeaway
A patient had a problem with their blood after a special procedure to help with liver issues, but they got better on their own.
Methodology
Case report of a 66-year-old male cirrhotic patient undergoing TIPS.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
66-year-old male cirrhotic patient.
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