Angiodysplasia Flashcards
1
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Pathophysiology?
A
A vascular deformity of the gastrointestinal tract which predisposes to bleeding and iron deficiency anaemia. There is thought to be an association with aortic stenosis, although this is debated.
2
Q
Who does this usually occur in?
A
Elderly patients
3
Q
Diagnosis?
A
- colonoscopy
- mesenteric angiography if acutely bleeding
4
Q
Management?
A
- endoscopic cautery or argon plasma coagulation
- antifibrinolytics e.g. Tranexamic acid
- oestrogens may also be used
