True about TIPSS: (A) It is a type of poocaval shunt, (B) It is a intrahepatic shunt, (C) Performed by passing endoscopes, (D) Most suitable for patients going for liver transplantation
Answer is B. TIPSS It is a non selective shunt, created between poal and hepatic vein IIt is a poahepatic or intrahepatic shunt TIPSS in acute situation should be avoided in patients requiring ventilation and with evidence of sepsis and renal failure Ref: Sabiston 20th edition Pgno :1439