Cross-section Band Ligation Versus Stepladder Band Ligation of Esophageal Varices

Endoscopic band ligation (EBL) of medium/large-sized esophageal varices using the cross-section banding technique. EBL will be repeated every two to four weeks until eradication. After eradication of varices, endoscopy will be repeated after 3- 6 months to check for variceal recurrence, evaluation of treatment-related side effects, bleeding rates, and mortality from EBL treatment.

Endoscopic band ligation (EBL) of medium/large-sized esophageal varices using the stepladder banding technique. EBL will be repeated every two to four weeks until eradication. After eradication of varices, endoscopy will be repeated after 3- 6 months to check for variceal recurrence, evaluation of treatment-related side effects, bleeding rates, and mortality from EBL treatment