Endoscopic Sclerotherapy as Compared with Endoscopic Ligation for Bleeding Esophageal Varices

Abstract

Endoscopic sclerotherapy is an accepted treatment for bleeding esophageal varices, but it is associated with substantial local and systemic complications. Endoscopic ligation, a new form of endoscopic treatment for bleeding varices, may be safer. We compared the effectiveness and safety of the two techniques.