Term info
database cross reference
- UMLS:C0020541
- MSH:D006975
- SNOMEDCT_US:34742003
comment
Portal hypertension is defined as portal vein pressures exceeding 5 mm Hg or portal vein to hepatic vein gradient of greater than 10 mm Hg.
definition
Increased pressure in the portal vein.
id
HP:0001409