scholarly journals An Overvıew of Lower Gastroıntestınal Bleedıng ın Infants and Toddlers: A Revıew Artıcle

2022 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 01-03
Author(s):  
Volkan Sarper Erikci

Lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) in infants and toddlers is commonly encountered in clinical practice. There are several factors producing LGIB in these children and are usually managed with regard to the underlying pathology that produces LGIB. Although majority of these bleeding episodes is self limited, certain infants and toddlers with LGIB may necessitate prompt management including urgent surgical intervention. In this review article it is aimed to review the etiology, epidemiology, clinical manifestations and principles of treatment of LGIB in infants and toddlers under the light of relevant literature.

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 01-03
Author(s):  
Volkan Sarper Erikci

Lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) in neonates is occasionally encountered in clinical practice. There are various causative factors prodicing LGIB in neonates and the babies are usually managed with regard to the underlying pathology that produces LGIB. Although majority of these bleeding episodes is self limited, certain neonates with LGIB may necessitate prompt management including urgent surgical intervention. In this review article it is aimed to review the etiology, epidemiology, clinical manifestations and principles of treatment of LGIB in neonates under the light of relevant literature.


2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
L Han ◽  
H White ◽  
K Bosch ◽  
M Nair

Abstract Introduction Acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) tends to occur in elderly patients with complex comorbidities. At North Middlesex University Hospital (NMUH), LGIB patients are primarily managed by the surgical department. We amended local policies by integrating aspects of new guidelines published by the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG). Method Handover documentation between November 2019 and January 2020 established patients admitted with LGIB (n = 45). Further data regarding the management of these patients was collated from clinical software and compared to standards set from BSG guidelines. Results We found NMUH to be efficient in ruling out upper GI bleeds via 24-hour OGDs and had low surgical intervention rates (0.02%). 40% of patients were transfused with an admission haemoglobin above suggested NICE thresholds, accounting for cardiovascular comorbidities. 56% of patients were discharged without a documented anticoagulation plan. Over 50% of patients did not have BSG recommended inpatient investigations. Conclusions Updated Trust guidelines aim to uphold areas that NMUH were shown to excel in, while reiterating NICE transfusion thresholds and include guidance regarding anticoagulant and antiplatelet medications. The Oakland score and shock index have been integrated into local protocols and will aid clinicians in making safe decisions in the management of LGIB patients.


2001 ◽  
Vol 15 (8) ◽  
pp. 517-521 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Enns

Diagnostic strategies for lower gastrointestinal bleeding include nuclear scintigraphy, mesenteric angiography and endoscopic evaluation of the lower gastrointestinal tract. Each method has inherent advantages and disadvantages. Nuclear scintigraphy is simple and noninvasive, but high rates of false localization have led most clinicians to insist on confirmation of the bleeding site by another method before considering surgical intervention. Angiography is very specific, but is invasive and not as sensitive as nuclear scintigraphy. Colonoscopy is sensitive and specific, and can offer therapeutic value but can be technically challenging in the face of acute lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage. These strategies and the evidence behind them are discussed.


2017 ◽  
Vol 05 (09) ◽  
pp. E939-E942 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mo Wang ◽  
Xiang Bu ◽  
Jing Zhang ◽  
Shanshan Zhu ◽  
Ying Zheng ◽  
...  

AbstractOne patient with Dieulafoy’s lesion (DL) of the rectum who had a history of anal receptive intercourse is described and the relevant literature reviewed. DL is rare in clinical practice and is extremely rare in the rectum. It often affects patients with no history of cirrhosis or gastrointestinal disease and occurs with abrupt or recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding. Visible vessels can usually be found by endoscopy and coinstantaneous treatments are essential while surgical interventions can occur when necessary. The diagnosis of DL is mainly based on clinical manifestations and endoscopic features, and endoscopic treatment is the first option for hemostasis.


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