Injection Sclerotherapy for Esophageal Variceal Bleeding Form

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Indications

(649985) Is the purpose of the injection sclerotherapy to control bleeding from esophageal varices? 

Effective Date

10/29/1984

Last Reviewed

NA

Original Document

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Background for this Policy

Injection sclerotherapy is a technique involving insertion of a flexible fiberoptic endoscope into the esophagus, and the injection of a sclerosing agent or solution into the varicosities to control bleeding.

This procedure is covered under Medicare.

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