A180 3rd UEGW Oslo 1994 during f-u (P = 0.04); 8% in F2 present from entry and 0% in those developed during f-u (P = ns). The figures for late (>6 mths) VB were 67% for F3 from entry and 70% for F3 during FU (P = ns), 50% for F2 at entry and 34% for F2 during f-u (P = ns). Conclusions. (1) By univariate analysis VS seems to be the most important variable in predicting the first VB. (2) Different treatment strategies should be used for F2 and F3 varices. (3) Regular endoscopic f-u is needed to

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