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    • Gastroenterology
    • Internal Medicine
    • Clinical Diagnostics

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    • Gastrointestinal hemorrhage (GIH) presents a significant clinical challenge.
    • Accurate and timely diagnosis of GIH etiology and severity is crucial for effective management.
    • Existing diagnostic and management protocols require refinement for optimal patient outcomes.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of early esophagogastroduodenofibroscopy in identifying the source, character, and hemostasis of gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
    • To assess patient state severity based on circulating blood volume deficiency during foregut hemorrhage.
    • To develop a structured algorithm for individualized patient management in gastrointestinal hemorrhage.

    Summary:

    • A study involving 107 patients with various causes of gastrointestinal hemorrhage (GIH) emphasized early esophagogastroduodenofibroscopy.
    • This endoscopic procedure was pivotal in identifying GIH sources, characterization, and hemostasis assessment using the J. Forrest scale.
    • Patient severity was evaluated based on blood volume deficits, leading to an algorithm for tailored treatment strategies.

    Impact:

    • The developed management algorithm enables individualized treatment tactics for gastrointestinal hemorrhage patients.
    • Early endoscopic intervention improves the diagnostic accuracy and management of GIH.
    • Enhanced patient care quality and potentially better clinical outcomes for individuals experiencing gastrointestinal bleeding.