Background and Aims: Because non-bleeding visible vessels (NBVV) of gastric peptic ulcers have the potential to re-bleed, endoscopic hemostatic treatment may be necessary during the first ...

Peptic ulcer bleeding is a common and potentially fatal condition. It is best managed using a multidisciplinary approach by a team with medical, endoscopic and surgical expertise. The management ...

An endoscopy can show abnormal areas in the lining of the stomach, which may indicate stomach cancer. This can include lesions and ulcers However, the cancer can be harder to detect and biopsy if ...

A doctor may also order an endoscopy to look directly inside your stomach for ulcers. During this test, a doctor will insert a thin, lighted tube through your mouth and into the stomach and the ...

Upper endoscopy The primary evaluation is upper endoscopy, which is the standard of care at present. Here, the doctor will ...