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I had TIPS 14 years ago to relieve portal pressure (numerous bursted varices and banding) and thankfully no issues at all. I fortunately have not had any infections in that area or any adjustments to be made. Yes, I am glad we did that, and it has "bought" me more time until my eventual transplant.

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digibson | @digibson | Jan 28, 2022

You have had Cirrhosis for over 14 years? May I please have some details?

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marinab | @marinab | Jan 28, 2022

Thank you so much - it's reassuring to hear this during out decision making process.

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | Jan 31, 2022

@lcd, Welcome to Connect and thank you for sharing your experience with the TIPs procedure. I had ascites and one incident of bleeding varices before my transplant. My transplant was 12 years ago, and I think I remember taking a diuretic and blood pressure meds to help control what I was dealing with. I was also on dialysis for sudden kidney failure while my cirrhosis got worse.

Do you need to take any meds for the portal pressure, or does the TIPs work by itself? How are you monitored for infections related the TIPs?

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