Esophageal Varices -- FYI

[Guest guest]

For those who are wondering about esophageal varices, here's a

breakdown on the grading of varices:

GRADE I -- Dilated veins (< 5mm) still at the level of the surrounding

tissue.

GRADE II -- Dilated, straight veins (> 5mm) protruding into the

esophageal lumen but not obstructing it.

GRADE III -- Large, tense, and winding veins already obstructing the

esophageal lumen considerably.

GRADE IV -- Near complete obstruction of the esophageal lumen with

impending danger of hemorrhage (cherry red spots).

Regards,

Carolyn B. in SC