Table 3.

Classification of gastric varices according to Sarin Classification [13].

Gastroesophageal varices (GOV)	GOV 1: gastroesophageal varices extended below the gastroesophageal junction along the lesser curvature of the stomach (as a continuation of esophageal varices that are always present) GOV 2: gastroesophageal varices extended below the gastroesophageal junction into the fundus of the stomach (as a continuation of esophageal varices that are always present)
Isolated gastric varices (IGV)	IGV 1: isolated gastric varices located in the fundus of the stomach and fall off the cardia by a few centimeters IGV 2: isolated ectopic varices appearing in other locations of the stomach (body, antrum, pylorus) or in the duodenum.