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- Title
Esophageal and Gastroduodenal Hemorrhagic Necrosis: A Unique Finding in the Setting of Septic Shock and Vasopressor Use.
- Authors
Carvão, Joana; Faria, Maria Gorete; Pereira, Vitor Magno; Andrade, Carla Sousa; Fernandes, Nicodemos; Nóbrega, José Júlio; Jasmins, Luís
- Abstract
Esophageal and gastroduodenal necrosis are rare conditions with poor prognosis. We describe a case that was diagnosed with upper endoscopy in the setting of severe septic shock. To our knowledge, this is the first case in which esophageal and gastroduodenal necrosis occurred simultaneously in this setting. We discuss the pathophysiology, diagnostic approach, and treatment options of this rare entity.
- Subjects
SEPTIC shock; VASOCONSTRICTORS; ENDOSCOPY; ESOPHAGUS; GASTROINTESTINAL hemorrhage; SEVERITY of illness index; DIAGNOSIS; NECROSIS; THERAPEUTICS
- Publication
ACG Case Reports Journal, 2018, Vol 5, p1
- ISSN
2326-3253
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.14309/crj.2018.57