21st April 2024

A 46-year-old gentleman with a long-standing history of alcohol excess is diagnosed with liver cirrhosis

A 46-year-old gentleman with a long-standing history of alcohol excess is diagnosed with liver cirrhosis. He undergoes upper GI endoscopy, which confirms the presence of several moderately sized oesophageal varices and some small gastric varices. He has no history of previous upper GI bleeding.

Which of the following is the most appropriate initial treatment for his varices?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.