Kam P C, Tay T M
Dept of Anaesthesia, University of Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, N.S.W.
Anaesth Intensive Care. 1997 Aug;25(4):385-9. doi: 10.1177/0310057X9702500411.
A retrospective review of the clinical experience associated with the transjugular intrahepatic porto-systemic stent shunt procedure revealed that there was a potential for life-threatening critical incidents to occur. Adequate stabilization and facilities for advanced monitoring and resuscitation by skilled personnel are essential.