Table 2 Data regarding index transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic stent shunt (TIPSS) and shunt modification.

Characteristic
Pre‐TIPSS PPG (mm Hg)	23.3 (7.7)
Post‐TIPSS PPG (mm Hg)	6.9 (3.2)
Mean reduction in PPG (mm Hg)	16.2 (7.9)
Mean stent diameter (mm)	10.8 (1.2)
Type of stent
Uncovered	31
Covered	7
Shunt modification
Reduction	9*
Occlusion	29
Embolisation of varices	13

*Reduction stent in six, other devices in three.

PPG, portal pressure gradient.

Values are mean (SD) or number.