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Pathophysiology of upper GI bleeding?
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding occurs when there is bleeding from any part of the upper GI tract, including the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum. Common causes include peptic ulcers, esophageal varices, gastritis, and malignancies, which lead to mucosal erosion and subsequent hemorrhage. The pathophysiology involves factors such as increased gastric acid secretion, chronic inflammation, and portal hypertension, which compromise the integrity of the blood vessels in the mucosa. The loss of blood can result in anemia and, if severe, can lead to hypovolemic shock.
What is gi and no gi?
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Is yu gi oh duel monsters the last series for yu gi oh?
No. After Yu-Gi-Oh, there is Yu-Gi-Oh GX and Yu-Gi-Oh 5D. In April, Yu-Gi-Oh ZEXAL will be out.
Is there a GI Jane figure to go along with GI Joe?
There certainly is a GI Jane figure, but she's a bit rarer than the GI Joe lineup.
How come GI Joe is popular?
gi joes are cool!
What do GI bleeding studies use?
GI bleeding studies uses radioactive materials in the investigation of bleeding from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
How do GI bleeding scans work?
Bleeding scans are based on the accumulation of radioactive material as it exits from the vessels during a bleeding episode.
What lab value you will monitor for GI bleeding?
hgb, hct, plt and rbc (cbc)
Which blood tests are run to determine GI bleeding?
The tests normally used to look for Gastrointestinal bleeding are:Fecal Occult Blood Test (simplest) -- tests for blood in feces.Lower GI Series (Barium Enema) -- non invasive Xrays of the colon/bowelColonoscopy -- endoscopy of the colon/bowelOther test may be used but these are the most common. Blood tests are not normally used to look for GI bleeding
What are the major causes of gastrointestinal bleeding?
Gastrointestinal bleeding can be caused by bleeding in the any part of the upper and lower GI tracts. It can also be caused by hemorrhoids, colon or stomach cancer, and gastric ulcers.
What is the purpose of GI bleeding studies?
These studies are designed to find the source of blood loss from the GI tract; that is the stomach, small bowel, or colon. They work best when bleeding is either too slow, intermittent, or too rapid to be identified by other means.
What is the icd 9 code for gi bleed?
578.9 is the ICD9 code for GI bleeding if you don't know where it's coming from. There are additional codes if you can narrow down the diagnosis.
GI bleeding - series?
Normal anatomyThe gastrointestinal tract starts at the mouth, which leads to the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, and finally, the rectum and anus. The GI tract is a long, hollow, muscular tube through which food passes and nutrients are absorbed.IndicationBleeding from the GI tract is a common medical problem. Patients usually notice either dark red blood or bright red blood in their stool.Ulcers of the stomach and duodenum are common causes of bleeding from the upper GI tract. Bleeding can also occur in the lower GI tract (colon). Diverticular bleeding is a common cause of lower GI bleeding.Procedure, part 1The first step in the treatment of GI bleeding is to locate the source of the bleeding. Patients who have lost significant amounts of blood are transfused with blood.Next, an endoscopy is used to locate the source of the bleeding. Upper endoscopy is generally performed first, and if no bleeding source is located, then lower endoscopy is performed. During an endoscopy, the patient is usually sedated but awake.Procedure, part 2In many cases, GI bleeding will stop on its own, with no treatment. In other cases, treatment can be provided with the endoscope, most often in the form of cautery (electrocoagulation) of the site of bleeding.Procedure, part 3If the bleeding cannot be stopped using the endoscope, surgery may be required. The bleeding segment of intestine or stomach is removed. However, most cases of GI bleeding are managed succesfully with endsocopy.Reviewed ByReview Date: 01/31/2011David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; and George F. Longstreth, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program San Diego, California. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
What blood test are ran to determine gi bleeding?
FBC/CBCStool sample analysisBarium swallow/ OGD/Colonoscopy
Why is your sick black?
Assuming sick means vomitus, it is caused by bleeding in your GI tract, probably your stomach. If it continues for more than a day, you need to see a doctor to determine what is bleeding.
Gastrointestinal bleeding?
DefinitionGastrointestinal (GI) bleeding refers to any bleeding that starts in the gastrointestinal tract, which extends from the mouth to the anus.The amount of bleeding can range from nearly undetectable to acute, massive, and life threatening.Bleeding may come from any site along the GI tract, but is often divided into:Upper GI bleeding: The upper GI tract is located between the mouth and the upper part of the small intestine.Lower GI bleeding: The lower GI tract is located between the upper part of the small intestine and the anus. The lower GI tract includes the small and large bowels.Alternative NamesLower GI bleeding; GI bleeding; Upper GI bleedingConsiderationsGI bleeding can range from microscopic bleeding (the amount of blood is so small that it can only be detected by laboratory testing) to massive bleeding (pure blood is passed).It is important to be aware of GI bleeding, because it may point to many significant diseases and conditions. Prolonged microscopic bleeding can lead to loss of iron, causing anemia. Acute, massive bleeding can lead to hypovolemia, shock, and even death.GI bleeding can occur at any age from birth on. The degree and suspected location of the bleeding determines what tests should be performed to find the cause. Once a bleeding site is identified, many therapies are available to stop the bleeding.Common CausesSome of the possible causes of GI bleeding include:Anal fissureAorto-enteric fistulaArterio-venous malformations (also called angiodysplasias)Bleeding diverticulumCancer of the small intestineCeliac sprueColon cancerCow's milk allergyCrohn's diseaseDieulafoy's lesionDuodenal ulcerDysentery (infectious diarrhea that causes bleeding)Esophageal varicesEsophagitisGastric (stomach) ulcerHemorrhoidsIschemic bowelIntestinal polypsIntestinal obstruction (twisted bowel)Intestinal vasculitisIntussusception(bowel telescoped on itself)Mallory-Weiss tearMeckel's diverticulumNosebleedPortal hypertensive gastropathyRadiation injury to the bowelStomach cancerUlcerative colitisHome CareThere are home stool tests for microscopic blood that may be recommended for people with anemia or for colon cancer screening.Call your health care provider ifCall for an appointment with your doctor if:You have black, tarry stools (this may be a sign of upper GI bleeding)You have blood in your stoolYou vomit bloodor you vomit material that looks like coffee groundsWhat to expect at your health care provider's officeGI bleeding is diagnosed by a doctor -- you may or may not be aware of its presence.GI bleeding can be an emergency condition requiring immediate medical attention. Treatment may involve:Blood transfusionsFluids and medicines through a veinTube through the mouth into the stomach to drain the stomach contents (gastric lavage)Once the condition is stable, a physical examination, including a detailed abdominal examination, will be performed.You will also be asked questions about your symptoms, including:When did you first notice symptoms?Did you have black, tarry stools or red blood in the stools?Have you vomited blood?Did you vomit material that looks like coffee grounds?Do you have a history of peptic or duodenal ulcers?Have you ever had symptoms like this before?What other symptoms do you have?Tests that may be done include:Abdominal CT scanAbdominal MRI scanAbdominal x-rayAngiographyBleeding scan (tagged red blood cell scan)Capsule endoscopy (camera pill that is swallowed to look at the small intestine)ColonoscopyComplete blood count (CBC), clotting tests, platelet count, and other laboratory testsEGDEnteroscopySigmoidoscopyReferencesBjorkman D. GI hemorrhage and occult GI bleeding. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D. Cecil Textbook of Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 137.
What happens if you take naproxin and ibuprofen together?
Increased risk of GI bleeding. Anti-inflammatory effects are not additive. SuperPharmacist
