Today we have Part 1 on upper GI bleeding, including background, NG tube lavage, blood product transfusion, proton pump inhibitors, prokinetic agents, somatostatin analogues, and antibiotics.
emDOCs Podcast – Episode 125: Upper GI Bleeding Evidence and Controversies Part 1 Read More »
How can you optimize the care of the patient with upper GI bleeding? What should you consider?
Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Evaluation, Management, and Disposition Read More »
A 57-year-old male presents with hematemesis. He has a history of cirrhosis from alcohol abuse. He appears toxic and is rushed to the resuscitation bay. Initial VS include T 37.2C, HR 122, BP 88/41, RR 24, SpO2 90% RA. What are your next steps, and what is the likely diagnosis?
EM@3AM: Gastroesophageal Varices Read More »
How will you approach this sick, unstable cirrhotic patient? What are some of the complications of patients with cirrhosis and chronic liver disease?
Approach to the Sick Cirrhotic Patient Read More »
A minute-by-minute Jack-Bauer-24-type walkthrough for approaching the unstable upper GI bleed
Tintinalli’s – Upper GI Bleed link
The Unstable Patient with a Gastrointestinal Bleed Read More »
