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Approach to Conjugated Hyperbilirubinemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

1. Definition: T.bili elevation + >20% conjugated
2. Obtain RUQ
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... non-ICU vs ICU causes ... MRCP, ERCP, liver ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm
Indications for ERCP
1. Biliary Tract Diseases:
 • Biliary obstruction: Choledocholithiasis, Malignant biliary strictures, Benign biliary strictures
Indications for ERCP ... Therapeutic ERCP ... sphincterotomy, Stent ... major papilla #ERCP ... #Indications #management
Elevated Amylase (Hyperamylasemia)- Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Pancreatic causes:
 - Pancreatic cancer
 - Complications pancreatitis: eg pseudocyst
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Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Pancreatic causes ... fibrosis - Post ERCP ... Non-pancreatic causes ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm
Procedure Risks and Platelet Targets for Transfusion
LOW RISK - Transfuse ≥ 20,000/uL
 • Paracentesis, EGD or
balloon enteroscopy, ERCP ... balloon dilation or stent ... without FNA, Enteral stent ... tumor ablation, ERCP ... thresholds #targets #management
Basics of Biliary Strictures on Endoscopy
 - Causes of Biliary strictures
 - Benign Strictures Classification
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on Endoscopy - Causes ... Cholangioscopy - Stricture Management ... Open debate) - Stent ... EGD #diagnosis #management ... #ercp #gastroenterology
Diagnosis and Management of Hypernatremia

#Hypernatremia #Differential #Algorithm #Causes #Nephrology #Diagnosis

** GrepMed Recommended Text: Nephrology Secrets -
Diagnosis and Management ... #Differential #Algorithm ... #Causes #Nephrology
Gastroenterology Endoscopy Tools and Accessories - A Visual Catalog for Trainees and Young Gastroenterologists
Biopsy Forceps:
mucosa Stricture Management ... energy or heat to cause ... instruments in ERCP ... pictures as it passes ... #devices #eus #ercp
Algorithm for the Evaluation and Management of Sickle Cell Crises
Clinical Manifestations and Management

#Diagnosis #Management #Hematology #SickleCell
Algorithm for the ... Evaluation and Management ... of Sickle Cell Crises ... #Diagnosis #Management ... Manifestations #Workup #Algorithm
Endoscopy in the Management of Malignant Hilar Biliary Obstruction

 • Stent Selection
 • Drainage Strategy
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Endoscopy in the Management ... Obstruction • Stent ... EmoryGastroHep #ERCP ... #Endoscopy #Management
Upper GI Bleed - Management Algorithm

Upper GI bleed Suspected: Melena, hematemesis, coffee-ground emesis, BRBPR
Initial Stabilization
Concern for
Upper GI Bleed - Management ... Algorithm Upper ... Consult GI ± EGD Causes ... Differential #Diagnosis #management ... #Algorithm #gastrointestinal