Table 2

 Data regarding index transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent shunt (TIPSS) and shunt modification

Characteristic
*Reduction stent in six, other devices in three.
PPG, portal pressure gradient.
Values are mean (SD) or number.
Pre-TIPSS PPG (mm Hg)23.3 (7.7)
Post-TIPSS PPG (mm Hg)6.9 (3.2)
Mean reduction in PPG (mm Hg)16.2 (7.9)
Mean stent diameter (mm)10.8 (1.2)
Type of stent
    Uncovered31
    Covered7
Shunt modification
    Reduction9*
    Occlusion29
Embolisation of varices13