9. Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding

After listening to this podcast, learners will be able to: 1. Describe the anatomy and blood supply of the distal colon and rectum. 2. List what is resected and what is reconnected during a low anterior resection. 3. Describe the major differences between a low anterior resection ...  Show more

After listening to this podcast, learners will be able to: 1. Describe the anatomy and blood supply of the proximal colon. 2. Outline the principles of resection for colon cancer. 3. List what is resected and what is reconnected during a right hemicolectomy. 4. Describe what is r ...  Show more

In this episode I cover upper GI bleeding.

If you want to follow along with written notes on upper GI bleeds go to zerotofinals.com/uppergibleed or find the gastroenterology section in the Zero to Finals medicine book.

This episode covers the causes, presenta ...

Massive upper GI bleeds can be intimidating and lethal. An expeditious, multidisciplinary approach is required to improve survival and optimize patient outcomes. Time Stamps:00:12 Welcome & Introduction01:55 Goals & Objectives02:29 Common Etiologies & Differential Diagnosis for U ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailWe covered upper GI bleed a few weeks ago, but we'd be remiss if we didn't address the other half of the GI tract! This week we take you through our approach to lower GI bleeding and its management, including recent guideline updates. Written by: Dr. Ikram Abow-Mo ...  Show more

We investigate the claim that <span style= "font-weight: 400;">administering ketorolac (Toradol) increases bleeding and should be avoided in surgeries for which there is concern for bleeding. </span>

Claim 1. <span style="font-weight: 400;">Administration of intraoperat ...