Cost-effectiveness analysis of variceal ligation vs. beta-blockers for primary prevention of variceal bleeding

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"Although both -blockade (BB) and endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL) are used for primary prevention of variceal bleeding (VB) in patients with cirrhosis with moderate to large esophageal varices (EVs), the more cost-effective option is uncertain."

Keywords: cirrhosis esophageal varices bleeding