First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (August 2-3)

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Video Summary

Dr. Shyam Thakkar discussed upper GI bleeding, an important topic in gastroenterology, during a fellows' course. Upper GI bleeding is a common issue, leading to hospital admissions and sometimes mortality. Initial management includes medications, risk stratification, and the timing of endoscopy. Endoscopy plays a vital role in diagnosis and treatment, with various hemostatic techniques such as injection of epinephrine, hemoclips, and thermal therapy being employed. The video emphasized the importance of optimizing visualization, selecting appropriate endoscopic therapy based on lesion characteristics, and utilizing combination therapies for effective results. Repeat endoscopy for re-bleeding should be considered if necessary. The presentation also touched on motility agent use, management of antithrombotic medications, and specific considerations for variceal bleeding. Overall, a comprehensive approach to upper GI bleeding management was highlighted, focusing on timely interventions and tailored treatment strategies.

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Dr. Shyam Thakkar

Keywords

upper GI bleeding

endoscopy

hemostatic techniques

risk stratification

antithrombotic medications

variceal bleeding

timely interventions