Bleeding Esophageal Varices
Bleeding esophageal varices are dilated veins in the wall of the esophagus that can rupture and cause bleeding; they are usually related to an increase in pressure in the venous system that drains the liver.
Who treats them? The gastroenterologist is the specialist who studies them; in childhood the pediatric gastroenterologist is involved along with the pediatrician.
Warning signs: vomiting blood, black stools, weakness, or severe dizziness.
When to seek care? Active bleeding is a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Those with known liver disease should maintain periodic follow-up so that a professional can monitor this risk.
Data on 19 doctors who treat bleeding esophageal varices
Specialties that treat bleeding esophageal varices
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in bleeding esophageal varices
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Dra. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Dr. Victor Tapia Alfaro
Dr. Roberto Guerrero Crotte
Dr. Julio Fraire Calleros
Dra. Gabriela Juárez Domínguez
Frequently asked questions
What is bleeding esophageal varices?
Bleeding esophageal varices are dilated veins in the wall of the esophagus that can rupture and cause bleeding; they are usually related to an increase in pressure in the venous system that drains the liver.
Which doctor treats bleeding esophageal varices?
Bleeding Esophageal Varices is usually treated by specialists in gastroenterologist, pediatric gastroenterologist, pediatrician, pediatric gastroenterologist.