5 results
“Step by Step” – the new kid on the block – aims to risk stratify this
of serious bacterial ... for each of the components ... of the algorithm ... #Diagnosis #Management ... #LP #Antibiotics
Lower GI Bleed - Management Algorithm

Suspected lower GI bleeding (LGIB):
 • Hematochezia 
 • Melena +
Management Algorithm ... Unstable (Rule out upper ... GI bleed) vs Stable ... LGIB #GIBleed #management ... #gastroenterology
Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
DIAGNOSTICS
Paracentesis: 
 • Calculate absolute PMN count (total WBC x PMN %)
 • Correct
improved outcomes 1) Antibiotics ... small study, low-risk ... TMP-SMX • Active upper ... GI bleed: use IV ... SBP #diagnosis #management
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Key Components: ... physical exam - Key components ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... undergoing AAA or upper ... medical and surgical management
Evidence for Treatment of Acute Esophageal Variceal Bleeding
 • Octreotide (PMID: 11870374) - Endoscopic banding +
esophageal variceal bleed ... endoscopic banding • Antibiotics ... RR of bacterial ... without increased risk ... Bleeding #varices #management