Definition of "variceal" []

Of, relating to, or caused by a varix or varices: variceal hemorrhage. (adjective)

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Use "variceal" in a sentence

"We treated her varices with an endoscopic procedure called variceal banding the bleeding veins are tied off, or ligated, with a rubber-band-deploying device, and we got her ascites under control with diuretics and salt restriction."
"Beta blockers should be the first line of prevention against variceal bleeding in patients with cirr ..."
"AUGIB is a common medical emergency, usually caused by bleeding from ulcers in the stomach or from veins (variceal bleeds) in the gullet (oesophagus)."