Gastrointestinal Pathology - Case 4 - Part 5
   

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An Autopsy was performed.

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The varices in the esophagus were banded.
The Green field filter was found in the inferior vena cava and contained thrombus.

1. What caused cirrhosis in this patient?

2. How does the cirrhosis cause portal hypertension?

3. How do the varices form?