Gastrointestinal Bleeding and Management - 19/12/17

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There is a broad clinical spectrum of gastrointestinal bleeding in children, ranging from subtle laboratory findings to dramatic clinical presentations. This review provides a framework for the evaluation and management of gastrointestinal hemorrhage for pediatricians. It outlines strategies for obtaining a tailored patient history and conducting a thorough physical examination that can shed light on the location, severity, and likely etiology of bleeding. It appraises blood tests, radiologic tools, and endoscopic modalities frequently used to identify and control a source of bleeding.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Hematemesis, Hematochezia, Melena, Peptic ulcer, Varices, Vascular anomaly, Endoscopy
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| Disclosure Statement: Dr V.L. Fox has received consulting fees as a member of the Clinical Advisory Board on Nutritional Insufficiency for Medtronic. Dr A.K. Pai has no financial disclosures or conflicts of interest to report. |
Vol 64 - N° 3
P. 543-561 - juin 2017 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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