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World J Gastrointest Endosc. Mar 16, 2024; 16(3): 175-177
Published online Mar 16, 2024. doi: 10.4253/wjge.v16.i3.175
Computed tomography for prediction of esophageal variceal bleeding
Mohammed Elhendawy, Ferial Elkalla
Mohammed Elhendawy, Ferial Elkalla, Department of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Tanta University, Tanta 31111, Egypt
Author contributions: Elhendawy M contributed to this work and wrote this letter; Elkalla F edited and revised this letter.
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Corresponding author: Mohammed Elhendawy, MD, Doctor, Professor, Research Assistant Professor, Department of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Tanta University, Elbahr, Tanta 31111, Egypt. elhendawymohammed@gmail.com
Received: December 16, 2023
Peer-review started: December 16, 2023
First decision: January 9, 2024
Revised: January 12, 2024
Accepted: February 19, 2024
Article in press: February 19, 2024
Published online: March 16, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy is presently regarded as the established diagnostic standard for anticipating esophageal variceal bleeding (EVB) in individuals with cirrhosis. Computed tomography (CT) has recently surfaced as a potential non-invasive method for predicting EVB. However, comprehensive evidence on the role and efficacy of CT in this context is currently insufficient. Consequently, the study seeks to assess the existing evidence concerning the use of CT in predicting EVB.