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Menichelli D, Gazzaniga G, Del Sole F, Pani A, Pignatelli P, Pastori D. Acute upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding management in older people taking or not taking anticoagulants: a literature review. Front Med (Lausanne) 2024; 11:1399429. [PMID: 38765253 PMCID: PMC11099229 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2024.1399429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024] Open
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Acute upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding may be a potentially life-threatening event that requires prompt recognition and an early effective management, being responsible for a considerable number of hospital admissions. Methods. We perform a clinical review to summarize the recent international guidelines, helping the physician in clinical practice. Older people are a vulnerable subgroup of patients more prone to developing GI bleeding because of several comorbidities and polypharmacy, especially related to an increased use of antiplatelet and anticoagulant drugs. In addition, older patients may have higher peri-procedural risk that should be evaluated. The recent introduction of reversal strategies may help the management of GI bleeding in this subgroup of patients. In this review, we aimed to (1) summarize the epidemiology and risk factors for upper and lower GI bleeding, (2) describe treatment options with a focus on pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of different proton pump inhibitors, and (3) provide an overview of the clinical management with flowcharts for risk stratification and treatment. In conclusion, GI is common in older patients and an early effective management may be helpful in the reduction of several complications.
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- Danilo Menichelli
- Department of Clinical Internal, Anesthesiological and Cardiovascular Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
- Department of General Surgery and Surgical Specialty Paride Stefanini, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology and Translational Medicine, Postgraduate School of Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Internal, Anesthesiological and Cardiovascular Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Internal, Anesthesiological and Cardiovascular Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Internal, Anesthesiological and Cardiovascular Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Manupeeraphant P, Wanichagool D, Songlin T, Thanathanee P, Chalermsuksant N, Techathuvanan K, Sethasine S. Intravenous metoclopramide for increasing endoscopic mucosal visualization in patients with acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding: a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, controlled trial. Sci Rep 2024; 14:7598. [PMID: 38556533 PMCID: PMC10982284 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-57913-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024] Open
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Acute upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage (UGIH) is the most common emergency condition that requires rapid endoscopic treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of pre-endoscopic intravenous metoclopramide on endoscopic mucosal visualization (EMV) in patients with acute UGIH. This was a multicenter, randomized, double-blind controlled trial of participants diagnosed with acute UGIH. All participants underwent esophagogastroduodenoscopy within 24 h. Participants were assigned to either the metoclopramide or placebo group. Modified Avgerinos scores were evaluated during endoscopy. In total, 284 out of 300 patients completed the per-protocol procedure. The mean age was 62.8 ± 14.3 years, and 67.6% were men. Metoclopramide group achieved a higher total EMV and gastric body EMV score than the other group (7.34 ± 1.1 vs 6.94 ± 1.6; P = 0.017 and 1.80 ± 0.4 vs 1.64 ± 0.6; P = 0.006, respectively). Success in identifying lesions was not different between the groups (96.5% in metoclopramide and 93.6% in placebo group; P = 0.26). In the metoclopramide group, those with active variceal bleeding compared with the control group demonstrated substantial improvements in gastric EMV (1.83 ± 0.4 vs 1.28 ± 0.8, P = 0.004), antral EMV (1.96 ± 0.2 vs 1.56 ± 0.6, P = 0.003), and total EMV score (7.48 ± 1.1 vs 6.2 ± 2.3, P = 0.02). Pre-endoscopic intravenous metoclopramide improved the quality of EMV in variceal etiologies of UGIH, which was especially prominent in those who had signs of active bleeding based on nasogastric tube assessment.Trial Registration: Trial was registered in Clinical Trials: TCTR 20210708004 (08/07/2021).
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- Paveeyada Manupeeraphant
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University, 681 Samsen Road, Dusit District, Bangkok, 10300, Thailand
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Hospital, Ayutthaya, Thailand
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Panyananthaphikkhu Chonprathan Medical Center, Nonthaburi, Thailand
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Banphaeo General Hospital, Samut Sakhon, Thailand
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University, 681 Samsen Road, Dusit District, Bangkok, 10300, Thailand
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University, 681 Samsen Road, Dusit District, Bangkok, 10300, Thailand
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University, 681 Samsen Road, Dusit District, Bangkok, 10300, Thailand.
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Kneiseler G, Dechêne A. [Gastrointestinal bleeding in old age]. Z Gerontol Geriatr 2024; 57:59-70. [PMID: 38108897 DOI: 10.1007/s00391-023-02258-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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Gastrointestinal bleeding is a frequent symptom, with increasing age as a risk factor. Upper, middle and lower gastrointestinal bleeding are differentiated depending on the location, whereby only upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding are elucidated in this article. The symptomatology varies depending on the localization of the bleeding. German and international clinical guidelines currently exist for the preclinical and clinical management of gastrointestinal bleeding. The main focus of the article is on pre-endoscopic management of upper gastrointestinal nonvariceal and variceal bleeding, including the risk stratification, transfusion and coagulation management as well as the initial pharmacological treatment. In addition, current developments in endoscopic and interventional treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding are highlighted.
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- Guntje Kneiseler
- Medizinische Klinik 6 (Schwerpunkte Gastroenterologie, Hepatologie, Endokrinologie und Ernährungsmedizin) am Klinikum Nürnberg, Universitätsklinik der Paracelsus Medizinischen Privatuniversität Nürnberg, Prof.-Ernst-Nathan-Str. 1, 90419, Nürnberg, Deutschland
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- Medizinische Klinik 6 (Schwerpunkte Gastroenterologie, Hepatologie, Endokrinologie und Ernährungsmedizin) am Klinikum Nürnberg, Universitätsklinik der Paracelsus Medizinischen Privatuniversität Nürnberg, Prof.-Ernst-Nathan-Str. 1, 90419, Nürnberg, Deutschland.
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Patra BR, Harindranath S, Ansari AA, Gupta S, Saner C, Pujalwar S, Vaidya A, Singh A, Aggarwal M, Shukla A. Utility of gastroscopy in the left lateral semi-recumbent position: A blood-free coup! Endosc Int Open 2023; 11:E1168-E1174. [PMID: 38094029 PMCID: PMC10715906 DOI: 10.1055/a-2202-8050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
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Background and study aims The utility of esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) in the left lateral semi-recumbent position in the setting of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) with a persistent fundal pool of blood for adequate visualization and effective endotherapy has not been studied. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility, efficacy, and safety of this position in such settings. Patients and methods A prospective study of patients presenting with acute UGIB with an uncleared fundal pool of blood was conducted. All underwent EGD in the left lateral decubitus and secondary left lateral semi-recumbent positions. Outcomes in secondary position in terms of adequate visualization of the fundus, identification of new or additional sources of bleeding, and effectiveness of endotherapy were studied. Results We screened 860 patients and included 44 patients (5.11%) with a persistent fundal pool of blood. Endoscopy in the primary position revealed the source of bleeding in 37 of 44 patients (84%). The source of the bleeding was not identified in seven of 44 patients (16%). Endoscopy in the secondary position showed clearance of fundal pool in all 44 patients (100%). A new source of bleeding was identified in all seven patients (100%) and an additional source could be identified in another five patients (13.6%). Endotherapy was performed in the secondary position for all 44 patients with 100% technical success and 94% clinical success. Conclusions These data show that endotherapy in the left lateral semi-recumbent position is feasible, safe, and effective. It should be done when endoscopy in the left lateral decubitus position reveals a pool of blood in the fundus and there is inadequate visualization of the fundus.
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- Biswa Ranjan Patra
- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, India
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A Novel Prediction Tool for Endoscopic Intervention in Patients with Acute Upper Gastro-Intestinal Bleeding. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11195893. [PMID: 36233760 PMCID: PMC9573673 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11195893] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2022] [Revised: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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(1) Background: Predicting which patients with upper gastro-intestinal bleeding (UGIB) will receive intervention during urgent endoscopy can allow for better triaging and resource utilization but remains sub-optimal. Using machine learning modelling we aimed to devise an improved endoscopic intervention predicting tool. (2) Methods: A retrospective cohort study of adult patients diagnosed with UGIB between 2012−2018 who underwent esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) during hospitalization. We assessed the correlation between various parameters with endoscopic intervention and examined the prediction performance of the Glasgow-Blatchford score (GBS) and the pre-endoscopic Rockall score for endoscopic intervention. We also trained and tested a new machine learning-based model for the prediction of endoscopic intervention. (3) Results: A total of 883 patients were included. Risk factors for endoscopic intervention included cirrhosis (9.0% vs. 3.8%, p = 0.01), syncope at presentation (19.3% vs. 5.4%, p < 0.01), early EGD (6.8 h vs. 17.0 h, p < 0.01), pre-endoscopic administration of tranexamic acid (TXA) (43.4% vs. 31.0%, p < 0.01) and erythromycin (17.2% vs. 5.6%, p < 0.01). Higher GBS (11 vs. 9, p < 0.01) and pre-endoscopy Rockall score (4.7 vs. 4.1, p < 0.01) were significantly associated with endoscopic intervention; however, the predictive performance of the scores was low (AUC of 0.54, and 0.56, respectively). A combined machine learning-developed model demonstrated improved predictive ability (AUC 0.68) using parameters not included in standard GBS. (4) Conclusions: The GBS and pre-endoscopic Rockall score performed poorly in endoscopic intervention prediction. An improved predictive tool has been proposed here. Further studies are needed to examine if predicting this important triaging decision can be further optimized.
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Aziz M, Haghbin H, Gangwani MK, Weissman S, Patel AR, Randhawa MK, Samikanu LB, Alyousif ZA, Lee-Smith W, Kamal F, Nawras A, Howden CW. Erythromycin Improves the Quality of Esophagogastroduodenoscopy in Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: A Network Meta-Analysis. Dig Dis Sci 2022; 68:1435-1446. [PMID: 36112271 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-022-07698-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Accepted: 09/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND/AIM Upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) usually requires esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) for diagnostic and-potentially-therapeutic purposes. However, blood within the gastric lumen may hinder the procedure. Administration of prokinetics like erythromycin has shown efficacy. This network meta-analysis investigates the efficacy of this intervention prior to EGD. METHODS We performed a systematic literature search of Embase, PubMed/Medline, and other databases through March 8, 2022 to include randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing prokinetic use in EGD for UGIB. We used the DerSimonian-Laird approach to pool data and compare outcomes including need for repeat endoscopy and blood transfusion. Pooled prevalence of proportional outcomes, 95% confidence interval (CI), and p-values were calculated. RESULTS We included eight RCTs with four distinct intervention groups (erythromycin, placebo to erythromycin, nasogastric (NG) lavage and NG lavage + erythromycin) published between 2002 and 2020 with a total of 721 patients (mean age 60.0 ± 3.1 years; 73.2% male). The need for second look endoscopy was significantly lower with erythromycin than placebo (relative risk: 0.42, CI 0.22-0.83, p = 0.01). Using the frequentist approach, the combination of NG lavage and erythromycin (92.2) was rated highest, followed by erythromycin alone (73.1) for higher rates of empty stomach. Erythromycin was rated highest for lower need for packed red blood cell transfusion (72.8) as well as mean endoscopy duration (66.0). CONCLUSION Erythromycin improved visualization at EGD, reduced requirements for blood transfusion and repeat EGD, and shortened hospital stay. The combination of erythromycin and NG lavage showed reduced mortality.
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- Muhammad Aziz
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA.
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Ascension Providence Southfield, Southfield, MI, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical Center, North Bergen, NJ, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical Center, North Bergen, NJ, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical Center, North Bergen, NJ, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical Center, North Bergen, NJ, USA
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- University of Toledo Libraries, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis, TN, USA
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Stolow E, Moreau C, Sayana H, Patel S. Management of Non-Variceal Upper GI Bleeding in the Geriatric Population: An Update. Curr Gastroenterol Rep 2021; 23:5. [PMID: 33768344 DOI: 10.1007/s11894-021-00805-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/12/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in the geriatric (age > 65 years) population and presents a unique management challenge in the context of multiple medical comorbidities, polypharmacy, and increased risk of adverse outcomes and is confounded by an increased prevalence of obscure GI bleeds. A review of relevant guidelines, literature, and personal observations will enhance management strategies in the elderly. RECENT FINDINGS Non-variceal bleeding represents a significant proportion of upper GI bleeding (UGIB) in geriatric patients. Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) remains the most common cause in geriatric patients hospitalized for UGIB, but its incidence is decreasing. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is the gold standard for treating UGIB in geriatrics with a therapeutic yield of approximately 75%. Scoring systems such as Glasgow-Blatchford (GBS) and AIMS-65 may be useful for risk stratification but are not validated in trials. Obscure bleeds account for up to 30% of hospitalizations and must be considered during triage and management. Video capsule endoscopy (VCE) technology is efficacious for detecting obscure jejunal bleeding after failed EGD and may enhance the yield of balloon-assisted enteroscopy (BAE). The most significant factor for the increased morbidity and mortality in the geriatric population is the presence of multiple medical comorbidities and polypharmacy. An EGD should be done within 24 h of hospital presentation. If non-diagnostic, VCE may be a viable option for diagnosing an obscure small-bowel bleed, representing up to 30% of GI bleeds in this population.
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- Eugene Stolow
- Department of Internal Medicine, Long School of Medicine, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Nutrition, Long School of Medicine, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Nutrition, Long School of Medicine, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Nutrition, Long School of Medicine, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, 78229-3900, USA.
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Mille M, Engelhardt T, Stier A. Bleeding Duodenal Ulcer: Strategies in High-Risk Ulcers. Visc Med 2020; 37:52-62. [PMID: 33718484 DOI: 10.1159/000513689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2020] [Accepted: 12/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background Acute peptic ulcer bleeding is still a major reason for hospital admission. Especially the management of bleeding duodenal ulcers needs a structured therapeutic approach due to the higher morbidity and mortality compared to gastric ulcers. Patient with these bleeding ulcers are often in a high-risk situation, which requires multidisciplinary treatment. Summary This review provides a structured approach to modern management of bleeding duodenal ulcers and elucidates therapeutic practice in high-risk situations. Initial management including pharmacologic therapy, risk stratification, endoscopy, surgery, and transcatheter arterial embolization are reviewed and their role in the management of bleeding duodenal ulcers is critically discussed. Additionally, a future perspective regarding prophylactic therapeutic approaches is outlined. Key Messages Beside pharmacotherapeutic and endoscopic advances, bleeding management of high-risk duodenal ulcers is still a challenge. When bleeding persists or rebleeding occurs and the gold standard endoscopy fails, surgical and radiological procedures are indicated to manage ulcer bleeding. Surgical procedures are performed to control hemorrhage, but they are still associated with a higher morbidity and a longer hospital stay. In the meantime, transcatheter arterial embolization is recommended as an alternative to surgery and more often replaces surgery in the management of failed endoscopic hemostasis. Future studies are needed to improve risk stratification and therefore enable a better selection of high-risk ulcers and optimal treatment. Additionally, the promising approach of prophylactic embolization in high-risk duodenal ulcers has to be further investigated to reduce rebleeding and improve outcomes in these patients.
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- Markus Mille
- Department of General and Visceral Surgery, HELIOS Hospital Erfurt, Erfurt, Germany
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- Department of General and Visceral Surgery, HELIOS Hospital Erfurt, Erfurt, Germany
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- Department of General and Visceral Surgery, HELIOS Hospital Erfurt, Erfurt, Germany
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Ali Shah SA, Nadeem M, Jameel M, Yasmin R, Afsar A, Riaz F. Oral Erythromycin Improves the Quality of Endoscopy in Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding Patients. Cureus 2020; 12:e10204. [PMID: 33042657 PMCID: PMC7534507 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.10204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is a life-threatening emergency. Endoscopy is the therapeutic and diagnostic procedure of choice after initial stabilization of the patient. But the presence of retained blood, blood products, and other residual material in the stomach is a big challenge for endoscopists during urgent endoscopy after acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Intravenous erythromycin before endoscopy improves the visualization of gastric and duodenal mucosa in these patients. Use of oral erythromycin is more easy and convenient, so the objective of our study was to assess the effects of oral erythromycin on quality of endoscopy in upper gastrointestinal bleeding patients. Methods This interventional study was conducted at the Department of Medicine, POF Hospital Wah Cantt, Pakistan from January 2019 to December 2019. Patients with clinical evidence of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding within 12 hours were inducted consecutively. Patients were randomly assigned to erythromycin (500 mg) suspension or placebo, orally three hours before endoscopy. One endoscopist performed all the procedures with the same double-channel video endoscope. The primary endpoint was endoscopic quality. The secondary endpoints were the need for second-look endoscopy within 48 hours, endoscopy related complications, therapeutic procedure performed or not during endoscopy, number of blood transfusions, and length of hospital stay. Results A total of 60 patients were included in the study; 30 received erythromycin and 30 received placebo. Out of these, 60% were male and 40% were female. The mean age was 53.68 ± 16.64. Quality of endoscopy was much better in the erythromycin group (83.3%) as compared to placebo (40%). Erythromycin did not shorten the endoscopic duration (15.53 vs. 14.33 minutes in the placebo group; p=0.216) and length of hospital stay (5.23 in erythromycin vs. 5.40 days in placebo group; p=0.807). Statistically no significant association was found between use of erythromycin and establishment of cause of bleed, need for second-look endoscopy, number of blood transfusions and number of endoscopic therapeutic procedures. Conclusion Erythromycin oral suspension before endoscopy in patients with acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding produced good quality of endoscopy in our study. It improved the visualization of gastric and duodenal mucosa significantly. However, it did not shorten the duration of endoscopy or hospital stay. There was no significant difference in number of second-look endoscopies and blood transfusions as well.
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- Medicine, Wah Medical College, Wah Cantt, PAK
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- Medicine, Wah Medical College, Wah Cantt, PAK
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Estes DJ, Berera S, Deshpande AR, Sussman DA. Re-Visiting Metoclopramide to Optimize Visualization with Gastrointestinal Bleeding - Mobilizing Existing Data. Clin Endosc 2019; 52:516-517. [PMID: 31309766 PMCID: PMC6785415 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2019.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2019] [Revised: 03/12/2019] [Accepted: 03/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- Derek J. Estes
- Department of Medicine, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA
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Belei O, Olariu L, Puiu M, Jinca C, Dehelean C, Marcovici T, Marginean O. Continuous esomeprazole infusion versus bolus administration and second look endoscopy for the prevention of rebleeding in children with a peptic ulcer. REVISTA ESPAÑOLA DE ENFERMEDADES DIGESTIVAS 2018; 110. [DOI: 10.17235/reed.2018.4864/2017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/30/2023]
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