Digestive System Articles A-Z

How to Treat Barrett's Esophagus

This eMedTV segment offers information on how to treat Barrett's esophagus and screen for esophageal cancer. Although Barrett's esophagus is incurable, treatments such as GERD medication, surveillance, and surgery may help the condition.

Human Digestive System

This video segment explains the role of the stomach as part of the digestive system.

Immediately After Your Liver Donation Surgery

This video clip explains what you can expect immediately following your surgery.

Immunosuppressants

This video clip talks about immunosuppressants and their use following transplant surgery.

Impacted Gallstone (ERCP With Sphincterotomy Risks)

This clip discusses the likelihood of an impacted gallstone occurring with this procedure.

Infecciones

Infecciones

Infection (ERCP With Sphincterotomy Risks)

This multimedia clip explains possible infections that may occur during this procedure.

Infections After Liver Donor Surgery

Infections after liver donor surgery can occur within the abdomen or at the incision site. This page of the eMedTV library explains what can cause these to develop and how they are usually treated.

Infections With Upper Endoscopy

Despite the sterile techniques used for upper endoscopy, infections may still occur. This eMedTV article offers an overview of the treatment options (such as antibiotics) that are available for infections with upper endoscopy.

Info About Acute Pancreatitis

Información Sobre la Recuperación a Largo Plazo

Información Sobre la Recuperación a Largo Plazo

Information About Barrett's Esophagus

Information About Triamterene-HCTZ

Information on Appendicitis

Information on Colonoscopy

Information on Diverticulitis

Information on Food Intolerance

Information on Intestinal Gas

Information on Pancreatitis

Informed Consent Process for Liver Donation

As this eMedTV page explains, transplant procedures should be explained to you before going through the informed consent process for liver donation. Your decision is completely voluntary, and you can change your mind at any time without consequences.

Inmediatamente Después de la Cirugía

Inmediatamente Después de la Cirugía

Instrucciones al Momento del Alta

Instrucciones al Momento del Alta

Instructions for Bowel Prep (Fleets Phospho-Soda)

This video clip explains the bowel prep instructions you will be given, including how to take Fleets.

Instructions for Bowel Prep (Golytely)

This video clip describes the bowel prep instructions you will be given prior to this procedure.

Intestinal Gas

Intestinal gas occurs as a result of swallowed air or the breakdown of foods, especially carbohydrates. This eMedTV segment discusses this topic in detail, with information on causes, symptoms, treatment options, and more.

Intestinal Gas Problems and Symptoms

Common problems and symptoms associated with intestinal gas are flatulence and abdominal bloating. This eMedTV Web page discusses how intestinal gas problems and symptoms can be similar to those of other diseases, including Crohn's disease.

Intestinal Gas Treatment

Intestinal gas treatment can include medications, dietary changes, and reducing how much air you swallow. This eMedTV Web page highlights these options for intestinal gas treatment and recommends ways to reduce the symptoms.

Introducción

Esta es la última presentación que verá acerca del transplante de hígado con donante vivo.

Introducción - Cirugía de Donación

Introducción - Cirugía de Donación

Introducción - Evaluación

Las personas deciden donar un órgano por diversas razones.

Intussusception

Intussusception is a condition in which one part of the intestine tunnels into an adjoining section. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this condition, including information about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Intussusception Diagnosis

In the case of intussusception, diagnosis may involve a physical exam and imaging tests, such as CT scans. This eMedTV article explains the steps involved in diagnosing intussusception, which include ruling out other conditions, such as colic.

Intussusception Information

Intussusception Symptoms

Intussusception symptoms may include abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, abdominal distention, and vomiting. This eMedTV resource discusses these and other symptoms of intussusception and explains which symptoms are more likely to affect children.

Intussusception Symptoms in a Young Child

One of the most common intussusception symptoms in a young child is abdominal pain. This eMedTV resource discusses other symptoms that may develop in a young child with intussusception, such as diarrhea, fever, and blood or mucus in the stool.

Intussusception Treatment

Intussusception treatment may involve surgery to straighten or remove the involved section of bowel. As this eMedTV article explains, an enema of air or fluid under pressure may be used to treat some cases of intussusception.

Is Senna Safe?

As this segment from the eMedTV library explains, senna is probably safe for many people when used appropriately. This article also includes other safety information on senna, including warnings on what side effects may occur.

Just a Reminder... (Golytely Bowel Prep)

This video offers some important tips to keep in mind following your procedure.

La Cirugía del Donante -- Análisis Detallado

Pasemos ahora a analizar la cirugía en sí misma.

La Cirugía del Donante -- Análisis Detallado

Pasemos ahora a analizar la cirugía en sí misma.

La Cirugía del Receptor

La Cirugía del Receptor