Lifesaving assistance in cases of acute bleeding from oesophageal varices

Sclerotherapy for acute oesophageal variceal bleeding

Oesophageal varices can cause life-threatening bleeding. They are typically the result of increased pressure in the liver region. Rupture of an oesophageal varices may result in severe and rapid loss of blood and fluid. In such emergencies, rapid and targeted action is crucial. Our injection solution enables endoscopic sclerotherapy and helps to effectively stop acute bleeding.

How to recognise such bleeding

In oesophageal varices, the leaked blood initially enters the stomach. This eventually leads to nausea, followed by vomiting of dark blood. Alternatively, the blood may pass into the small intestine and then the large intestine. This causes the stool to appear black. The loss of blood lowers red blood cell levels and can lead to anaemia. Heavy bleeding may cause a drop in arterial blood pressure. The resulting anaemia and low blood pressure can trigger weakness and dizziness when standing. Such warning signs must be taken seriously, and medical advice should be sought without delay. If serious bleeding is suspected, contacting an emergency doctor is entirely appropriate.

Stabilising the circulatory system is the first priority. Next, an endoscopy of the upper gastrointestinal tract is performed. If oesophageal varices are identified as the source of bleeding, endoscopic treatment is performed.

In sclerotherapy, a special drug is injected directly into or immediately next to the varicose vein being treated, causing the vessel to seal and stopping the bleeding.

As a well-proven emergency treatment, it ensures the highest precision and safety. Endoscopic administration of a sclerosing agent allows precise treatment of the bleeding, helping to prevent complications and stabilise the patient.