Rare Disease Show: Episode 2 Understanding Budd Chiari Syndrome with Dr Shrihari Anikhindi

Written By :  Dr. Nandita Mohan
Written By :  Dr. Shrihari Anikhindi
Published On 2024-05-14 03:00 GMT   |   Update On 2024-05-28 07:02 GMT
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Medical Dialogues presents a rare disease series, focusing on uncommon medical conditions. Rare diseases are medical conditions that affect only a small percentage of the population. Throughout this series, we'll discuss these rare diseases in various episodes, with medical experts providing clear explanations and insights.

Rare Disease Show Episode 2- In today's show we will cover Budd Chiari Syndrome. Budd-Chiari Syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by the obstruction of the hepatic veins that drain blood from the liver.

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In this episode, Dr. Shrihari Anikhindi, Associate Consultant at the Institute of Liver Gastroenterology & Pancreatico Biliary Sciences at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi shares his insights by addressing the following questions-

1. Can you provide an overview of Budd-Chiari Syndrome, talking about how rare this syndrome is? What are its causes, symptoms, and risk factors?
2.How is Budd-Chiari Syndrome diagnosed, and what diagnostic tests are typically conducted to confirm the condition?
3. What are the treatment options available for Budd-Chiari Syndrome, and how is the choice of treatment determined?
4. Are there any lifestyle changes or dietary modifications recommended for individuals with Budd-Chiari Syndrome?
5. Can you discuss the prognosis of Budd-Chiari Syndrome and the long-term outlook for patients receiving treatment?
6. Are there any ongoing research efforts or clinical trials aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of Budd-Chiari Syndrome
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