Case: JM, a 51 y/o banker was brought to the ED due to passage of dark-colored stools. Symptoms started 3 weeks prior to consult when patient experienced on and off epigastric pain, temporarily relieved by intake of OTC antacids. No consult was made until a few hours PTC when patient experienced gnawing abdominal pain associated with passage of black-tarry stools. PMH: smoker 30 pack years; drinks alcohol and coffee (4 cups/ day). Discuss the following: 3. Laboratory examinations to be requested 4. Pathophysiology of the problem (contributing factors, complications, etc)

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Case: JM, a 51 y/o banker was brought to the
ED due to passage of dark-colored stools.
Symptoms started 3 weeks prior to consult
when patient experienced on and off
epigastric pain, temporarily relieved by intake
of OTC antacids. No consult was made until a
few hours PTC when patient experienced
gnawing abdominal pain associated with
passage of black-tarry stools. PMH: smoker 30
pack years; drinks alcohol and coffee (4 cups/
day).
Discuss the following:
3. Laboratory examinations to be requested
4. Pathophysiology of the problem
(contributing factors, complications, etc)
2:08 PM
Transcribed Image Text:Case: JM, a 51 y/o banker was brought to the ED due to passage of dark-colored stools. Symptoms started 3 weeks prior to consult when patient experienced on and off epigastric pain, temporarily relieved by intake of OTC antacids. No consult was made until a few hours PTC when patient experienced gnawing abdominal pain associated with passage of black-tarry stools. PMH: smoker 30 pack years; drinks alcohol and coffee (4 cups/ day). Discuss the following: 3. Laboratory examinations to be requested 4. Pathophysiology of the problem (contributing factors, complications, etc) 2:08 PM
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