Procedure Guide

Variceal Glue Injection
ग्लू इंजेक्शन (फटी हुई नसों का इलाज)

ग्लू इंजेक्शन (Variceal Glue Injection) लिवर सिरोसिस के मरीजों के पेट के अंदर सूजी और फटी हुई नसों (gastric varices) से हो रहे गंभीर रक्तस्राव (bleeding) को रोकने का एक जीवन रक्षक इलाज है। लिवर खराब होने पर पेट की नसें बहुत फूल जाती हैं और कभी भी फटकर जानलेवा ब्लीडिंग शुरू हो सकती है। इस प्रक्रिया में दूरबीन के जरिए सीधे उस फूली हुई नस के अंदर एक विशेष मेडिकल ग्लू (cyanoacrylate) इंजेक्ट किया जाता है, जो खून के संपर्क में आते ही पत्थर की तरह जम जाता है और ब्लीडिंग को तुरंत रोक देता है।

Variceal Glue Injection
Quick Summary

Key Information at a Glance

Important parameters of your scheduled procedure.

Purpose

पेट के अंदर फटी हुई सूजी नसों (gastric varices) में मेडिकल ग्लू डालकर ब्लीडिंग को तुरंत और स्थायी रूप से बंद करना।

Duration

15 - 25 Minutes

Anaesthesia / Comfort

Deep Sedation or General Anaesthesia

Hospital Stay

1 to 2 Days (In ICU/Ward for monitoring)

Recovery

Gradual recovery; patient is monitored in the hospital until stable.

Who Performs It

Dr. Akhilesh Yadav, DM Gastroenterology

Indications

Variceal Glue Injection की आवश्यकता कब होती है?

When is this procedure recommended by a gastroenterologist?

This procedure is commonly recommended to investigate, diagnose, or manage symptoms such as:

Active bleeding from gastric varices (पेट के अंदर सूजी हुई नसें) due to portal hypertension

Vomiting fresh blood or passing black, tarry stools in liver cirrhosis patients

History of severe gastric variceal bleeding requiring preventive therapy

Portal vein thrombosis with gastric varices

Clinical Rationale

डॉक्टर इसकी सलाह क्यों देते हैं?

Why your doctor may recommend undergoing a Variceal Glue Injection evaluation.

Expert Advice

Dr. Akhilesh Yadav

Understanding the Clinical Value of Variceal Glue Injection

Dr. Akhilesh Yadav recommends variceal glue injection as the gold standard for gastric variceal bleeding. It provides immediate hemostasis and has a much lower risk of re-bleeding compared to simple banding for stomach varices.

Overview Timeline

प्रक्रिया टाइमलाइन — Timeline Overview

The end-to-end patient journey for Variceal Glue Injection.

1. Preparation (पहले)

Fasting for 6-8 hours, adjusting medicines, and reaching with a companion.

2. Procedure (दौरान)

15-30 minute check under comfortable sedation; direct HD imaging & painless biopsy if needed.

3. Recovery (बाद में)

Wake up comfortably, rest in daycare for 2 hours, and return home with report.

Patient Guidelines

Variceal Glue Injection से पहले क्या तैयारी करें?

Important checklist parameters before your scheduled procedure.

1. Fasting (व्रत/खाली पेट)

In emergencies, fasting is bypassed or stomach contents are cleared. In planned cases, 6-8 hours of fasting is required.

2. Diet Guidelines (खान-पान)

Strictly NPO (fasting). No food or liquids are allowed.

3. Regular Medicines (दवाइयाँ)

Stop blood thinners immediately. IV medications to lower portal vein pressure (like Octreotide/Terlipressin) are started.

4. Documents (आवश्यक कागजात)

Bring previous liver function tests (LFT), coagulation studies (PT/INR), and blood group certificates.

5. Family Member (साथी/अभिभावक)

This is an emergency/inpatient procedure. Family members must accompany the patient.

अस्पताल पहुंचने से पहले सुनिश्चित करें

If preparation instructions are not fully followed, the imaging quality might be compromised, which could require rescheduling. Please call Orchid Medical Centre for clarifications.

Step-by-Step

प्रक्रिया के दौरान क्या होता है?

Walkthrough of the clinical steps taken during a Variceal Glue Injection procedure.

01

Stabilize & Sedate

The patient is stabilized with IV fluids and blood. Deep sedation or general anesthesia is administered.

02

Identify Gastric Varices

The endoscope is introduced into the stomach. The large, blue, snake-like swollen veins (varices) are identified.

03

Glue injection

A specialized needle is passed. Medical glue mixed with lipiodol is injected directly into the bleeding varix. The needle is flushed and quickly withdrawn to prevent sticking.

04

Verify Hardening

The varix is gently probed to confirm it has hardened (thrombosed) completely like a stone. The scope is withdrawn.

Post-Procedure Care

रिकवरी और सावधानियां — Recovery Guide

What to expect and how to care for yourself after a Variceal Glue Injection procedure.

What to Expect

You will recover in the ICU. BP and pulse are checked constantly. You may receive antibiotics to prevent infection.

When to Return Home

Discharged in 2 days once stable, eating soft food, and showing no signs of further bleeding.

Diet Guidelines

Fasting for 12-24 hours. Start with cold liquids, followed by a soft, low-fat diet.

Physical Activity

Rest completely at home. Do not lift weights, strain, or bend forward for 10 days.

Warning Signs (खतरे के लक्षण)

Please seek immediate medical attention or visit the emergency ward at Orchid Medical Centre if you experience any of the following symptoms:

Fresh blood in vomit or stools
Severe abdominal pain or difficulty breathing
Fever, dizziness, or confusion
Safety & Outcomes

सुरक्षा, लाभ और सफलता दर

Clinical safety protocols and therapeutic benefits of undergoing Variceal Glue Injection.

Key Benefits of the Procedure

Saves lives by instantly stopping active, massive stomach bleeding.
Prevents dangerous re-bleeding episodes in advanced liver disease.
Avoids high-risk emergency open surgeries in cirrhotic patients.
Patient Safety is Our Priority

Procedural Risks

This is a life-saving procedure. The main risk is embolization (glue traveling to other blood vessels), which occurs in less than 1% of cases when performed by an experienced endoscopist.

Success Rate

95% success rate in stopping active variceal bleeding.

Continuous Monitoring

ICU monitoring, BP, pulse, and hemoglobin checks.

FAQ

पूछे जाने वाले मुख्य सवाल — FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about Variceal Glue Injection procedures.

हाँ, मेडिकल ग्लू नस के अंदर जाकर जम जाता है। कुछ महीनों बाद, आंतों की परत उस जमे हुए ग्लू (cast) को मल के रास्ते प्राकृतिक रूप से बाहर निकाल देती है और नस बंद हो जाती है।

Doctor's Personal Advice

"For patients with liver cirrhosis, a ruptured vein in the stomach can lead to rapid, life-threatening blood loss. Endoscopic glue injection is a vital tool that stops bleeding instantly and keeps patients safe."

Dr. Akhilesh Yadav

DM Gastroenterology · Senior Consultant

Care Integration

सम्बंधित बीमारियां — Related Conditions

Conditions diagnosed or managed via this procedure.

Dr. Akhilesh Yadav
Consultation & Care

Variceal Glue Injection के लिए आज ही डॉ. अखिलेश से मिलें

Plan your daycare procedure comfortably under expert gastroenterology supervision at Orchid Medical Centre, Ranchi. Get a 30-minute callback to schedule.

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