Description: Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, which is the space between the abdominal organs and the abdominal wall. Ascites can be caused by various conditions, such as liver cirrhosis, heart failure, kidney disease, cancer, tuberculosis, […]
Upper GI Bleeding (Haematemesis or blood in gastric aspirate)
Upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is a common medical emergency, with a reported mortality of 2-10%[1]. It is defined as hemorrhage originating from anywhere between the esophagus and the ligament of Treitz. It can present with hematemesis, melena, or hematochezia. Feasibility/Equipment: […]
Ultrasound (Doppler)
Ultrasound (US) can be used for assessment of several aspects of GI function: estimate dimensions and characteristics of different structures (diameter of different parts of GI tract, thickness of intestinal wall, presence and amount of free fluid), estimate presence and […]