ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program OPEN | March 2024-GI Tract in Disease_Liver_Gallbladder

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The document discusses various diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract, focusing on the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Cirrhosis, characterized by liver fibrosis, is highlighted along with its causes and symptoms. Diagnosis methods like imaging and liver biopsy are outlined. Complications such as gastroesophageal varices and ascites are explained, with management options like medical therapies and TIPS procedure mentioned.<br /><br />Attention is also given to specific conditions like hepatitis C and B, emphasizing testing recommendations and available antiviral therapies. The risk of hepatocellular carcinoma in individuals with underlying liver disease is discussed, including surveillance and management strategies. Liver transplantation indications and statistics, as well as common liver diseases like alcohol-associated liver disease and NAFLD, are outlined.<br /><br />The document delves into gallstones, detailing their symptoms, diagnosis through ultrasound, and complications like acute cholecystitis and choledocholithiasis. Pancreatitis is divided into acute and chronic forms, with symptoms, causes, diagnoses, and treatment pathways explained. Pancreatic cancer is addressed regarding risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis methods, and treatment options such as surgery and chemotherapy. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive overview of gastrointestinal diseases involving the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, providing insights into their management and implications for patients.

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Juan Carlos Bucobo, MD, FASGE

Keywords

gastrointestinal diseases

liver

gallbladder

pancreas

cirrhosis

hepatitis

liver transplantation

gallstones

pancreatitis

pancreatic cancer