Laparoendoscopic approaches to occult gastrointestinal bleeding.
Identification of sites of small bowel hemorrhage remains a difficult problem. Endoscopy performed in association with surgery often proves successful when other attempts have failed. In attempts to minimize morbidity and even increase accuracy, surgeons have explored combining laparoscopic techniques with endoscopy. Although published experiences remain few, expectations remain high.
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Department of Surgery, Sinai-Grace Hospital, Detroit, MI 48235, USA.
Saxe
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D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal; D006471:Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007421:Intestine, Small