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Imaging recommendation · Abdomen · Pelvis

Suspected portal vein thrombosis

Recommended: Doppler US + CT or MR Venography Abdomen is the preferred imaging study for suspected portal vein thrombosis. Look for tumor thrombus (HCC).

Recommended study

Doppler US + CT or MR Venography Abdomen

CT IV contrast Preferred Abdomen · Pelvis Acute inpatientOutpatient Reviewed

Look for tumor thrombus (HCC). Acute treatment with anticoagulation; chronic = cavernous transformation.

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