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Gastrointestinal hemorrhage in children. A pragmatic update. Pediatr Clin North Am 1985 Oct;32(5):1247-63 PMID: 3897989

Pubmed ID

3897989

Abstract

Gastrointestinal hemorrhage in infants and children is notable for its association with benign disease and its varied, age-dependent etiologies. We have presented these in brief. Much of the information presented, particularly that related to diagnostic endoscopy and sclerotherapy, represents extension of commonly used adult techniques to the pediatric population. Guidelines for resuscitation and diagnosis are provided with the expectation that an individual clinical assessment will lead to modification. Rigidity in approach is to be avoided. Notable recent changes in the management of children with GI hemorrhage are summarized and placed in perspective.

Author List

Oldham KT, Lobe TE

Author

Keith T. Oldham MD Professor in the Surgery department at Medical College of Wisconsin

Scopus

2-s2.0-0022213825   17 Citations

MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Acute Disease
Adolescent
Child
Child, Preschool
Esophagus
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
Humans
Hypertension, Portal
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Intestinal Polyps
Peptic Ulcer
Physical Examination
Sclerosing Solutions
Varicose Veins