ASGE Annual Postgraduate Course Endoscopy 2022 (On-Demand): Breakthrough to Excellence-Controlling GI Bleeding

Controlling GI Bleeding - Following the Guidelines

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Jennifer Christie, a professor of medicine at Emory University, discusses controlling gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding based on various guidelines. The video covers topics such as risk stratification, the role of endoscopy, hemostatic techniques, and post-endoscopic management. Dr. Christie highlights key statements from the guidelines, including the use of restrictive transfusion, timing of endoscopy, and the efficacy of different hemostatic therapies. The video also discusses the importance of stabilizing patients, minimizing the risk of recurrent bleeding, and reducing mortality and morbidity. Dr. Christie concludes by emphasizing the need for risk stratification and stabilization as well as the use of appropriate therapies based on individual patient characteristics.

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Jennifer A. Christie, MD, FASGE

Keywords

GI bleeding

guidelines

risk stratification

endoscopy

hemostatic techniques