Esophageal Variceal Injection Side Effects and Warnings

Possible Complications

Complications are rare, but no procedure is completely free of risk. If you are planning to have an injection, your doctor will review a list of possible complications which may include:

• Painful swallowing

• Esophageal narrowing

• Bleeding

• Esophageal damage

• Infection

Some factors that may increase the risk of complications include:

• Alcoholism

• Bleeding disorder

• Active bleeding

• Advanced age

• Heart or lung problems

Call Your Doctor

After arriving home, contact your doctor if any of the following occurs:

• Signs of infection, including fever and chills
• Bleeding from the mouth
• Increasing pain
• Nausea and vomiting
• Bloody vomit
• Difficulty swallowing
• Cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain
• Dizziness or weakness
• Bloody or dark black stools
• Severe abdominal pain

In case of an emergency, CALL 911.