Budd-Chiari syndrome (B-CS) is a disease with a low incidence and has obvious geographical difference in subtype and clinical characteristics. The pathogenesis of B-CS in China is significantly different from that in western countries and is a complex process involving multiple factors. However, the specific cause of this disease is not yet clear. In-depth understanding of B-CS pathogenesis will be of great importance in preventing and treating the disease and improving the quality of life of the patients.
Keywords: Budd-Chiari syndrome; China; characteristics; pathogenesis.