A Fibreoptic endoscopic study of upper gastrointestinal bleeding at Bugando Medical Centre in northwestern Tanzania: A retrospective review of 240 cases

A Fibreoptic endoscopic study of upper gastrointestinal bleeding at Bugando Medical Centre in northwestern Tanzania: A retrospective review of 240 cases

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is recognized as a common and potentially life-threatening abdominal emergency that needs a prompt assessment and aggressive emergency treatment. A retrospective study was undertaken at Bugando Me...

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Main Authors: Jaka Hyasinta, Koy Mheta, Liwa Anthony, Kabangila Rodrick, Mirambo Mariam, Scheppach Wolfgang, Mkongo Eliasa, Mchembe Mabula D, Chalya Phillipo L
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-07-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
Subjects:
Fibreoptic endoscopy
Upper gastrointestinal bleeding
Aetiological spectrum
Clinical profile
Management
Clinical outcome
Tanzania
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1756-0500/5/200

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