Know Your Anatomy, Know the Risk
A solid understanding of vascular anatomy is crucial for anticipating and managing gastrointestinal bleeding.
A solid understanding of vascular anatomy is crucial for anticipating and managing gastrointestinal bleeding.
This diagram from our new guide illustrates the complex arterial supply of the upper GI tract. For example, a bile duct stent may erode into the hepatic artery. Post-biliary sphincterotomy bleeding often involves branches of the gastroduodenal artery. A "simple" PEG placement can lead to massive bleeding if the left gastric artery is lacerated.
Our book emphasizes these foundational concepts to provide a complete picture of GI hemorrhage management.
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