Digestive System Articles A-Z
In someone with cirrhosis, liver injuries cause scar tissue to replace normal, healthy tissue in the liver. This eMedTV article lists causes of cirrhosis (such as hepatitis C) and explains how cirrhosis scarring keeps the liver from working properly.
Several complications are possible with cirrhosis. Among the cirrhosis complications covered in this part of the eMedTV archives are gallstones, toxins in the blood or brain, bruising and bleeding, and sensitivity to medication.
This eMedTV page explains that people with cirrhosis (like people who don't have the condition) should eat heart-healthy foods and limit fat intake. This page also outlines some special requirements of a cirrhosis diet (such as limiting salt intake).
Early symptoms of cirrhosis can include fatigue, nausea, and weakness. This page on the eMedTV Web site also provides an overview of late cirrhosis symptoms (such as personality changes, intense itching, and a slowing of mental function).
Among the treatment options for cirrhosis are lifestyle changes, medications, and a liver transplant. This eMedTV segment discusses these cirrhosis treatments in more detail, as well as some remedies for cirrhosis complications that may occur.
Cirrhosis occurs when scar tissue replaces healthy, normal liver tissue. This section of the eMedTV library describes cirrhosis treatment and causes, and also links to more information. Cirrohis is a common misspelling of cirrhosis.
This eMedTV Web page explains that cirrhosis is a disease of the liver where scar tissue replaces normal, healthy tissue. This page also explains how the disease prevents the liver from working properly. Cirrosis is a common misspelling of cirrhosis.
In a person with cirrhosis, scar tissue replaces healthy tissue in the liver. This eMedTV Web page covers cirrhosis causes (like alcohol abuse) and how often cirrhosis occurs. Cirrosis of liver is a common misspelling and variation of cirrhosis.
This page on the eMedTV archives provides a brief overview of cirrhosis (a disease that causes scarring of the liver) and offers a link to more detailed information. Cirrosis of the liver is a common misspelling and variation of cirrhosis.
The colon is a tube that connects rectum and anus to the small intestine and absorbs nutrients, salts, and water from food. This eMedTV page discusses the function of the colon and the rest of the digestive system, such as the esophagus and stomach.
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This video provides an overview of the digestive system, its parts, and their functions.
The colon, a main part of the digestive system, is responsible for processing your body's waste matter. This page of the eMedTV site offers a description of the colon, including an explanation of the different parts of the colon and their functions.
Colon polyps are growths that develop in the large intestine. As explained in this eMedTV article, most polyps that grow in the colon are benign; however, some polyps may become cancerous over time.
Colon problems can range from minor hemorrhoids to severe, abnormal cancerous growths. This page of the eMedTV website lists colon problems that are common, such as anal fissures, inflammatory bowel diseases, and diverticulitis.
| Colon Problems |
This video clip illustrates some of the common problems that may occur in the colon.
A colonoscopy is a medical procedure in which a long, flexible camera is used to view the large intestine. This eMedTV resource briefly explains the procedure and offers a link to more information. Colonoscapy is a common misspelling of colonoscopy.
A colonoscopy is used to look for early signs of cancer or the causes of changes in bowel habits. This eMedTV Web page further describes the procedure in detail, including how it is carried out and possible risks associated with it.
| Colonoscopy - Presentation Summary |
This video summary provides an overview and final thoughts on colonoscopy.
| Colonoscopy -- Detailed Description |
This multimedia clip describes in detail what takes place during a colonoscopy.
| Colonoscopy Alternatives -- Barium Enema |
This video describes how a barium enema is conducted and what the results are used for.
| Colonoscopy Alternatives -- Finger Exam |
This clip describes the finger exam, which can help determine if a colonoscopy is needed.
| Colonoscopy Alternatives -- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy |
This video clip explains what a flexible sigmoidoscopy is and what the results can show.
| Colonoscopy Complications -- Final Thoughts |
This video clip discusses the likelihood of complications occurring with your procedure.
As this eMedTV page explains, colonoscopy expectations can range from finding nothing to finding an abnormal growth and treating it. Expected results from colonoscopy can vary, depending on the reason for undergoing the procedure.
Colonoscopy prep involves avoiding alcohol or certain drugs a week before the procedure and emptying your bowels. This eMedTV page discusses colonoscopy prep, including a description of a bowel prep and tips for post-procedure follow-up.
Colonoscopy preparation begins several days before the procedure, when you start a liquid diet to empty your colon. This eMedTV article further explains the colonoscopy preparation process, including what to expect and what you can and cannot eat.
A colonoscopy procedure allows your doctor to examine the inside of your colon through a camera inserted in the rectum. This eMedTV page explains the colonoscopy procedure more thoroughly, including details on what to expect and how to prepare.
During the colonoscopy recovery period, it is vital to carefully follow instructions on proper diet and medication. This eMedTV page offers an in-depth look at what to expect during colonoscopy recovery and offers tips on post-procedure activities.
Colonoscopy risks are rare, but it is still important to know and understand the possible complications before your procedure. This segment of the eMedTV website covers possible colonoscopy risks and describes the complications that can occur.
| Colonoscopy Risks -- Allergic Reaction To Medication |
This video explains why allergic reactions to medicines occur and how likely they are.
| Colonoscopy Risks -- Bleeding |
This multimedia clip addresses bleeding, a complication that can occur with colonoscopy.
| Colonoscopy Risks -- Heart and Lung Problems |
This multimedia clip addresses heart and lung problems that can occur with colonoscopy.
| Colonoscopy Risks -- Perforation |
This video describes a complication called perforation that can occur with colonoscopy.
| Colonoscopy Risks -- Risks as a Diabetic |
This video clip describes the problems people with diabetes may have during colonoscopy.
This portion of the eMedTV library explains that a colonoscopy is a medical procedure that is used to check for things like colon or rectal cancer. This page also describes how the procedure works. Colonscopy is a common misspelling of colonoscopy.
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Antes de la cirugía, usted será trasladado a una sala de preoperatorio o directamente a la sala de operaciones.
| Common Side Effects -- Depression |
This multimedia clip covers the signs of depression that may occur after liver donation.
| Common Side Effects -- Numbness At the Incision Site |
Some liver donors experience numbness where the surgical incision was made. This video explains what to do if this happens to you.
| Common Side Effects -- Pain at the Incision Site |
It is common to experience temporary pain where the abdomen was cut for your liver donation. This video talks about how to minimize this pain.
Complications of appendicitis include rupture of the appendix, abscess, and organ failure. This page of the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth look at what can happen when these and other complications arise.
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Confidentiality During the Liver Donation Process
Doctors uphold confidentiality during the liver donation process, meaning private information isn't shared. This eMedTV Web page explains these laws, which prevent doctors from exposing your medical records to anyone except the transplant team.
| Confidentiality With Liver Donation |
Every effort will be made to keep your private medical information confidential. This video gives an overview of patient confidentiality.
| CT Scan - Liver |
This interactive video explains what to expect when having a CT scan done on your liver.
Prior to surgery, a CT scan for liver donation may be performed to ensure your liver is working properly. This eMedTV resource explains how a CT scan can be beneficial in learning more about your liver function, its size, and whether it looks normal.
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Daño en el Bazo
Dealing With Common Liver Donation Surgery Side Effects
Possible side effects after liver donation surgery include constipation, gas pains, and depression. This eMedTV Web page provides a complete list and offers suggestions for dealing with common liver donation surgery side effects.
| Dealing With Common Side Effects (Following Liver Donation) |
As you recover from liver donation, you may experience gas pains, constipation, and other side effects. This video lists other common side effects you may have after your donation.
| Dealing With Family Tension (Following Liver Donation) |
In one study, about 1 out of 4 liver donors said that they experienced family tension because of their decision to donate. This video clip takes a closer look at why donating can sometimes cause tension in the family.
Dealing With Family Tension After Liver Donation Surgery
This eMedTV article discusses how some patients are dealing with family tension after liver donation surgery. Because there are risks and potential complications involved in liver donation, family tension may arise due to fear or concerns over money.
| Dealing With Financial Issues (Following Liver Donation) |
This video clip stresses the importance of understanding the financial issues that may arise due to your liver donation.
Dealing With Financial Issues After Liver Donation Surgery
As this eMedTV Web page explains, your company may not pay you while you're out from surgery, so you may end up dealing with financial issues after liver donation surgery. Talk to the social worker on your transplant team if you have any concerns.
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Dejar el Hospital
Delayed Return of Intestinal Function and Living Donor Liver Transplant
As this eMedTV resource explains, with any abdominal surgery, there is a risk of delayed return of intestinal function, and living donor liver transplant patients may experience this. This page also describes how this is treated should it occur.
| Demora en la Normalización de la Función Intestinal |
Demora en la Normalización de la Función Intestinal
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Depression Following Living Donor Liver Transplant
Some donors experience depression following a living donor liver transplant surgery. This section of the eMedTV library discusses the possible causes of this depression and offers suggestions on where to get help.
Diabetes and Risks During Colonoscopy
This eMedTV article explains that if you have diabetes, and colonoscopy has been recommended, you have a greater risk of infection and delayed healing after the procedure. This page discusses blood sugar, diabetes, and risks during colonoscopy.
| Diabetic -- Leaving the Hospital (ERCP) |
This video clip features information for diabetic patients who are leaving the hospital.
Diabetic Considerations With EGD
This eMedTV segment explains that if you are diabetic, you are at a higher risk of developing complications (such as infections) when getting an EGD. This page provides an overview of diabetic considerations with EGD.
When diagnosing appendicitis, doctors generally start with the patient's symptoms and then move to tests, such as an x-ray, CT scan, or laparoscopy. This page of the eMedTV website explains in detail the procedures used in diagnosing appendicitis.
Diagnosing Barrett's Esophagus
The only way of diagnosing Barrett's esophagus is through an upper endoscopy and a biopsy. This page on the eMedTV site describes how an upper endoscopy works and explains how blood tests and physical exams cannot detect Barrett's esophagus.
As this eMedTV article explains, a doctor will begin a cirrhosis diagnosis by taking the patient's medical history and performing a physical exam. Among the other tests that may be involved in diagnosing cirrhosis are MRIs and CAT scans.