Portal Hypertension. This five-page paper discusses the physiological basis for portal hypertension and relates this condition to the development of ascites, esophageal varices, and splenomegaly in patients suffering from cirrhosis of the liver. Medical journals are cited to support the information presented. 5 pgs. 5 f/c. 6b. Pages: 5 Bibliography: 6 source(s) listed Filename: 3453 Portal Hypertension.doc Price: 44.75