Bilateral Hematothorax Without Hematemesis—An Unusual Presentation of Variceal Bleeding
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DOI: 10.1002/hep.31477
Abstract: Variceal bleeding is a major complication of portal hypertension in patients with liver cirrhosis. Hemorrhage occurs mainly in the gastrointestinal tract, while extraluminal bleeding is very rare . The role of extraluminal varices in the… read more here.
Keywords: hematothorax without; bilateral hematothorax; variceal bleeding; variceal ... See more keywords
Modified N score is helpful for identifying patients who need endoscopic intervention among those with black stools without hematemesis
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DOI: 10.1111/den.14323
Abstract: Although black stools are one of the signs of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, not all patients without hematemesis need endoscopic intervention. There is no apparent indicator to select who needs treatment thus far. The aim of… read more here.
Keywords: need endoscopic; black stools; without hematemesis; stools without ... See more keywords