Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding: The Role of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology

The goal of this review article is to provide an overview to the initial management, classification, diagnosis, and treatment of acute gastrointestinal bleeding with emphasis on the use of radiology modalities and intervention. Special attention was placed on highlighting the nursing staff's im...

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Published in:Journal of radiology nursing 2020-09, Vol.39 (3), p.194-198
Main Authors: Carney, Catherine A., Guevara, Carlos J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Diagnostic radiology
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Intensive care nursing
Interventional radiology
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Summary:The goal of this review article is to provide an overview to the initial management, classification, diagnosis, and treatment of acute gastrointestinal bleeding with emphasis on the use of radiology modalities and intervention. Special attention was placed on highlighting the nursing staff's imperative role during all phases of care in these cases.
ISSN:1546-0843
1555-9912
DOI:10.1016/j.jradnu.2020.04.002