by Eric Christianson | Mar 5, 2025 | Gastrointestinal Case Studies
JD is a 58-year-old male with a history of cirrhosis due to alcohol-related liver disease. He has no medication allergies and is taking the following medications: Lactulose 30 mL twice daily, Spironolactone 100 mg daily, Furosemide 40 mg daily, Propranolol 20 mg twice...
by Eric Christianson | Oct 9, 2024 | Gastrointestinal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Esophageal varices are large veins in the lower part of the esophagus that can be caused by portal hypertension which is a complication of liver disease. When stressed, these varices can rupture leading to excessive bleeding. The first line treatment for esophageal...
