Esophageal Varices Animation Nursing Overview

Banding, Bleeding, Cirrhosis, and complications of esophageal varices. What should the nurse know and how should they take care of the patient.

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[annmic]

It's too bad that when the public hears the statement, "I have cirrhosis of the liver, " they think you are an alcoholic. My husband has it and it was because of his diabetes. He needs the varices banding and so thank you for this informative video. I will watch many more to understand it. I wish my husband would get his head out of the sand and be willing to understand it, too.

[antoniopaulocalixtoiv]

my father just died last feb. 2020 because of ruptured GE varices.He vomited large amount of blood..I was so shocked. I thought I could only see that kind of scenario in movies..We were both covered with his blood..the room became red...We were actually in the hospital when that happened.. Everything was very sudden. He just got up and went to the toilet to cough and then the coughing didn't stop..the blood came out from his mouth and nose like running water in the faucet..The last words he said was "I can't breathe" (gasping for air...I can see to his eyes that he was so scared) then he fell in my arms unconsciously..even the nurses panicked...I and my mother was crying..The floor was like flooded with blood (literally...LOTS OF BLOOD😢😢)... Now, everytime I close my eyes, I can still remember that scenario that my father looked at me, spurting blood from his mouth and nose, gasping for air, fell in my arms..and died in arms...I Love Him so much😭😢

[MusicforYoungViolinists]

Another grateful nursing student - thanks!

[Nonya]

thank you for the short and descriptive video pertaining to what we actually need to know for nursing. I don't have time to watch a 30 minute video targeted towards gastroenterologists!

[JackieLarose]

Esophageal varices are abnormally enlarged veins located in the lower part of the esophagus. These varices are often associated with serious liver diseases, such as cirrhosis, which increase blood pressure in the portal vein (a condition known as portal hypertension). This increased pressure can cause the veins in the esophagus to swell, leading to varices.
Esophageal varices are dangerous because they have a high risk of rupture, which can lead to severe bleeding and potentially life-threatening complications. Symptoms of bleeding varices may include vomiting blood, black or bloody stools, signs of shock (like fainting, rapid heart rate, or decreased urine output), and low blood pressure.
Treatment for esophageal varices typically focuses on reducing the risk of bleeding and managing any bleeds that do occur. Therapies can include medications to lower portal hypertension, endoscopic treatments to directly manage the varices, and sometimes surgical procedures or liver transplant for underlying liver disease. Regular screening and monitoring by healthcare professionals are critical for individuals at risk.
If you or someone you know is having symptoms or concerns related to esophageal varices, it's important to seek medical attention promptly.

[TheRfts]

Is this similar to the collateral circulation effect in the heart?

[JohnCGUNSNFREEDOM]

My Cousin died of this he drank daily for over 20 years.

[RS-qowp]

Are they ryt or left epigastric veins involved?!?!?!?!

[lisaholmes]

My injuries cause this to happen to me. accident.


I had surgery done with a scope inserted front mouth their is little tools to operate and place a sew the band in place to sreageth open narrow path for swollen.

I had it done at St Mary s Hospital in La vonia of Michigan.

[christianalexander]

With YouTube, college seems more and more a waste of time. This guy is literally teaching us for free. Besides YouTube paying him.

[chhariprasad]

I have esophageal varicose veins stage one.... Plz can I have cure treatment