ASGE Recognized Industry Associate (ARIA) Training Program for Sanofi | June 2022-GI Tract in Disease

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This document provides information on various conditions related to the gastrointestinal tract, focusing on the small intestine. It begins with a disclaimer stating that the information is confidential and for internal use only. The topics covered include celiac sprue, obscure gastrointestinal bleeding, small bowel obstruction (SBO), and mesenteric ischemia.<br /><br />Celiac sprue is an autoimmune disease of the small intestine caused by exposure to gluten. Symptoms may include fatigue, anemia, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss. Diagnosis involves serologic testing and endoscopic biopsies.<br /><br />Obscure gastrointestinal bleeding refers to bleeding from the GI tract without an obvious cause. Causes may include angiodysplasia, tumors, or Meckel's diverticulum. Evaluation methods include repeat endoscopy, capsule endoscopy, and deepenteroscopy.<br /><br />Small bowel obstruction is a mechanical or functional blockage of the small intestine. Symptoms include abdominal pain, distension, and constipation. Diagnosis is usually done using X-rays or CT scans. Treatment options include decompression using a nasogastric tube and surgery if necessary.<br /><br />Mesenteric ischemia occurs when the small intestine does not receive adequate blood supply. It can be acute or chronic, with acute cases often caused by blood clots and chronic cases associated with atherosclerosis. Diagnosis involves imaging techniques such as angiography, CT angiography, or Doppler ultrasound. Treatments include angioplasty, stenting, or surgery.<br /><br />The document concludes with a thank you message. Please note that this summary has been condensed and may not include all the details from the original document.

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William M. Tierney, MD, FASGE

Keywords

gastrointestinal tract

small intestine

celiac sprue

obscure gastrointestinal bleeding

small bowel obstruction

mesenteric ischemia

autoimmune disease

blood supply

diagnosis

treatments