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My father is recently diagnosed with hepatic vein thrombosis with symptoms of fullnes, itching & swollen liver. what should be the treatment plan?
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Anti coagulation: Evaluation for, the source is next, in some cases an atriocaval shunt might be needed.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Blood thinner: Best is long term blood thinner. No surgery. Start out with Lovenox and then switch to coumadin (warfarin)....
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