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Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding can be characterized and managed by its location. Upper GI bleeding is defined as bleeding originating proximal to the ligament of Treitz, whereas lower GI bleeding occurs distal to the ligament of Treitz. I History History and…

Abdominal Wall Hernias

I Historical Perspective Numerous surgeons and anatomists have participated in the development of the modern-day herniorrhaphy. Several warrant particular interest because of their major contributions to early hernia surgery. A Henry Marcy (1837–1924) 1. Boston surgeon who described anterior approach…