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SIR 2026

Angio-club Workshop

Portal Hypertension

300 (advanced)

Session: Pushing the Boundaries of TIPS Indication and Patient Selection

Pushing the Boundaries of TIPS: Cardiac and Renal Patients

Monday, April 13, 2026
1:45 PM - 1:55 PM ET
Location: 716B

    Speaker(s)

  • Merve Ozen, MD

    Associate Professor
    Mayo Clinic Arizona, United States

This session explores innovative approaches to expand current indications of TIPS in the management of portal hypertension. The session will also cover proper patient selection, how to evaluate the high-risk subgroup, and will cover technical aspects to avoid complications. Participants will engage in discussions and case studies that illustrate different scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

  • Upon completion, participants will be able to recognize the evolving indications for TIPS in portal hypertension beyond the traditional use for variceal bleeding and ascites.
  • Upon completion, participants will be able to identify high-risk patient subgroups and understand how to evaluate them further to achieve better outcomes.
  • Upon completion, participants will be able to explore future directions and ongoing research focused on expanding TIPS indications and advancing patient care.