3 results
Evidence for Treatment of Acute Esophageal Variceal Bleeding
 • Octreotide (PMID: 11870374) - Endoscopic banding +
Evidence for Treatment ... from the ulcer caused ... • Antibiotics ... risk of hepatic encephalopathy ... #varices #management
Treatment Options for Helicobacter Pylori and Peptic Ulcer Disease

Active Helicobacter pylori—associated ulcer
1. Treat with anti—H pylori
antigen test, or endoscopy ... completion of antibiotic ... Consider other causes ... the preferred drugs ... #Management #Pharmacology
Hepatic Encephalopathy - Diagnosis and Management Summary
Definition:
 • Alteration in brain function manifested by neuropsychiatric symptoms
Hepatic Encephalopathy ... Infection, GI bleeding ... non-absorbable antibiotic ... #Grading #Classification ... #treatment #hepatology