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Computed Tomography Angiographic Diagnosis of Dieulafoy’s Lesion – A Rare Nonvariceal Cause of Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT: Dieulafoy's lesion is a rare but potentially life-threatening cause of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, with its rarity possibly attributing to unawareness and underdiagnosis. Due to its subtle presentation and the potential for massive bleeding, Dieulafoy's lesion often poses a diagnostic challenge. This report presents the case of a 68-year-old patient with upper GI bleeding, where computed tomography (CT) angiography confirmed a Dieulafoy's lesion which was successfully treated with endoscopic hemoclip application. The aim of this article is to increase awareness about Dieulafoy's lesion and to stress the importance of CT angiography in cases where Dieulafoy's lesion might be missed during endoscopy.

Source: Annals of African Medicine

DOI: 10.4103/aam.aam_303_25

Authors: Sanjay M. Khaladkar, Amanya Shukla, Abhijeet Karad, Neeha Amit Jhala

Institutions: Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune

Language: English

Topic: Gastrointestinal Bleeding Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Gastroenterology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4414215820

FWCI: 0.865

Cites: 6

Cited by: 1

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