Upper GI Bleed
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is a potentially life-threatening condition that originates proximal to the ligament of Treitz, encompassing bleeding from the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum.…
Prevention of Stress Ulcer
Stress ulcers are acute gastric mucosal lesions frequently encountered in critically ill patients, especially those in intensive care units (ICUs). These lesions can progress to…
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage: Causes, Symptoms
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage (GI hemorrhage) refers to bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, which can occur at any point from the esophagus to the rectum. It is…
Duodenal ulcer
A duodenal ulcer is a type of peptic ulcer that forms in the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). It occurs when the protective…