Hemostasis, Endoscopic
| Definition: |
Control of bleeding performed through the channel of the endoscope. Techniques include use of lasers, heater probes, bipolar electrocoagulation, and local injection. Endoscopic hemostasis is commonly used to treat bleeding esophageal and gastrointestinal varices and ulcers. |
| Notes: |
do not use /util except by MeSH definition; coord IM with dis /ther (IM), not /surg |
| Previously Indexed: |
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage/surgery (1976-1991),Hemostasis, Surgical (1985-1991),Hemostatic Techniques (1976-1991) |
Hemostasis, Endoscopic Definitions and Terms
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