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A member asked:

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.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Tej Singh answered

Blood thinner: Best is long term blood thinner. No surgery. Start out with Lovenox and then switch to coumadin (warfarin)....

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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