Argon Plasma Coagulation for the Treatment of Hemorrhagic Radiation Colitis
Radiation colitis is a common consequence of pelvic radiation. Its complications may include anemia due to chronic bleeding requiring transfusions. Many of these patients are managed with rectal medications which are often inadequate for control. Argon plasma coagulation (APC) has been well describe...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Karger Publishers
2012-07-01
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| Series: | Case Reports in Gastroenterology |
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| Online Access: | http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/339462 |