Introduction |
GI bleeding is relatively common in pediatrics and accounts for 10-15% of referrals to pediatric gastroenterologists. Arterial interventions involving the GI tract are largely to prevent bleeding. Bleeding can arise in the context of trauma, gastritis, gastrostomy tubes and Mallory Weiss tears.
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Indications |
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Contraindication |
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Labs |
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Pre-Procedure |
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Technique |
Supplies
Technical considerations
Diagnostic arteriography
Embolization
Vasopressin infusion
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Complications |
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Post-Procedure |
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Follow-up
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