Current Paediatrics
Volume 14, Issue 7 , Pages 576-585, December 2004

Investigation and management of gastrointestinal bleeding in children

  • D.M. Flynn

      Affiliations

    • Department of Gastroenterology, Birmingham Children's Hospital, Steelhouse Lane, Birmingham, UK
    • ,
  • I.W. Booth

      Affiliations

    • Department of Child Health, Institute of Child Health, University of Birmingham, Whittall Street, Birmingham B4 6NH, UK
    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding author. Tel.: +441214144045.

Summary 

Gastrointestinal bleeding is uncommon in childhood, but may be life-threatening. The causes differ from those in adults, and are often age specific; there are few epidemiological data. Localization is important but may be difficult. The importance of appropriate investigation and management cannot be overemphasized. This article will discuss recent advances in investigative techniques and management strategies.

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PII: S0957-5839(04)00124-1

doi:10.1016/j.cupe.2004.09.001

Current Paediatrics
Volume 14, Issue 7 , Pages 576-585, December 2004

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