A procedure where a shunt is created between the portal vein and the hepatic vein within the liver to reduce portal vein pressure in patients with portal hypertension.
Used when considering or planning TIPS placement for a patient with complications of portal hypertension, such as variceal bleeding or ascites refractory to medical management.
"Plan: Proceed with TIPS placement for refractory ascites."
This phrase is typically used in the plan section of a progress note, consult note, or operative report.
Common questions about using medical phrases in clinical documentation