Novel Approaches to Management and Treatment of Gastroesophageal Variceal Hemorrhage in Pediatric Patients

Gastroesophageal variceal bleeding represents one of the most severe and life-threatening complications of portal hypertension in pediatric patients. Despite advances in diagnostic technologies and therapeutic interventions, this condition remains associated with significant morbidity and mortality rates in children with portal hypertension of various etiologies. The multifactorial pathophysiology, unique anatomical considerations, and distinct hemodynamic features in children present particular challenges in the clinical management of these patients.