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Case-Based Approach to Pediatric Upper GI Bleeding
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Case Description
A case-based approach to pediatric upper GI bleeding emphasizes systematic evaluation and management tailored to the child’s presentation. Initial assessment focuses on airway, breathing, and circulation, with prompt stabilization if necessary. History should include onset, quantity, color of...
Case Summary
- Upper GI bleeding in children requires a structured approach, starting with age-specific causes, as etiology differs significantly from neonates to adolescents. A rapid assessment of patient stability is critical, distinguishing between hemodynamically stable and unstable individuals, indicated by parameters like blood pressure and heart rate. Risk stratification is crucial for determining the urgency and type of intervention required.
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Dr. Priyanka Udawat
Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Lifestyle Medicine Physician, Sir H N Reliance Hospital, MumbaiDr. Priyanka Udawat is a Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist and Lifestyle Medicine Physician at Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai. With specialized expertise in managing complex gastrointestinal, liver, and nutritional disorders in children, she is committed to providing holistic and evidence-based care. Dr. Udawat integrates principles of lifestyle medicine into her pediatric practice, focusing on long-term health outcomes through nutrition, physical activity, and preventive strategies. She is passionate about early intervention, patient education, and improving quality of life for children with chronic GI conditions.