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Can heartburn be prevented?
Due to the risk of GERD, Barrett's syndrome, and esophageal cancer, prevention of heartburn is very important. Heartburn usually is preventable with dietary and lifestyle changes.
What is compartment syndrome?
Compartment syndrome occurs when excessive pressure builds up inside an enclosed space in the body. Compartment syndrome usually results from bleeding or swelling after an injury. The high pressure impedes the flow of blood to and from the affected tissues and could be an emergency requiring immediate surgery.
How is Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome diagnosed?
Increased susceptibility to infections, eczema, and excessive bleeding are the hallmarks of WAS, although the symptoms can vary significantly
What type of cancer do you get when you smoke?
Usually mouth, throat, esophageal, and lung cancers.
What is Esophageal radiography?
Esophageal radiography, also called a barium esophagram or a barium swallow, is a study of the esophagus only, and is usually performed as part of the upper GI series.
How is a diagnosis of diffuse esophageal spasm made?
Swallowing problems usually call for esophagograms.
What is an esophageal resection?
Esophageal resection is a surgical procedure where a part or the entire esophagus is removed. It is usually done to treat conditions such as esophageal cancer, severe reflux disease, or trauma to the esophagus. After the resection, the remaining parts of the esophagus are usually reconnected to allow the passage of food and liquids.
How does an infant qualify for esophageal atresia repair?
infants who have no complications, such as heart or lung problems or other types of intestinal malformations, can usually have esophageal surgery within the first 24 hours of life
What is GI bleeding?
Gastro-Intestinal bleeding. Bleeding into the digestive tract usually from an ulcer or internal injury.
What is the prognosis for a baby with esophageal atresia?
Surgery to correct esophageal atresia is usually successful. Post-operative complications may include difficulty swallowing, since the esophagus may not contract efficiently, and gastrointestinal reflux, in which the acidic.
What causes venous bleeding?
Bleeding from a vein. bleeding from the vein. usually a dark red slow bleed.
What is a venous?
Bleeding from a vein. bleeding from the vein. usually a dark red slow bleed.
