ASGE Annual Postgraduate Course: Clinical Challenges and Real-Time Decision Making in GI Endoscopy (On-demand) | May 2023-Urgent vs. Early Endoscopy for Acute Upper GI Bleeding

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This webinar is the first in a series called ASGE Global Spotlight, which aims to provide educational content to a global audience at different times. The webinar features Dr. Mostafa Ibrahim, a therapeutic endoscopist from Egypt and chairman of the ASGE International Committee. The topic of the webinar is "Urgent versus Early Endoscopy for Acute Upper GI Bleeding." Dr. Ibrahim discusses the common causes of GI bleeding and the priorities in managing such cases. He emphasizes the importance of resuscitating the patient and stabilizing them before performing endoscopy. Various treatment options are discussed, including band ligation, cyanoacrylate injection, and use of hemostatic powders like hemospray. Dr. Ibrahim touches on scoring systems like the Glasgow Blatford score and emphasizes the need for early intervention to prevent complications and mortality. The availability and use of hemostatic powders and their effectiveness in achieving initial hemostasis are highlighted. Dr. Ibrahim concludes by emphasizing the holistic approach to GI bleeding management, which includes resuscitation, risk stratification, endoscopic treatment, and post-endoscopic management. Overall, the webinar provides valuable insights into the management of acute upper GI bleeding, taking into account global considerations and advances in treatment options.

Keywords

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ASGE Global Spotlight

Dr. Mostafa Ibrahim

GI bleeding

endoscopy

hemostatic powders

scoring systems

holistic approach