Liver Disease: Diagnostic Evaluation
Dr. David Koch, a specialist in gastroenterology and hepatology, describes diagnostic evaluation of patients referred to the Digestive Disease Center of MUSC for liver disease. In this digestive health podcast, he goes over possible causes of liver disease and explains diagnostic identification of these risk factors. Dr. Koch discusses viral hepatitis and alcoholic liver disease as well. He concludes with a discussion of primary liver cancer. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Liver Cancer: Hepatocellular Carcinoma
A specialist in both gastroenterology and hepatology, Dr. David Koch discusses primary liver cancer, noting reasons for increased risk of this disease. He goes over the process from screening through diagnosis and treatment. In this cancer podcast, Dr. Koch focuses on the benefits of liver resection or transplantation for patient prognosis. He concludes by noting research efforts coming about at MUSC. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Tests and Procedures: Gastric Bypass (Malabsorptive) Surgery
Detailed information on gastric bypass surgery, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the digestive system, and an illustration of a gastric bypass procedure (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Tests and Procedures: Sigmoidoscopy
Detailed information on sigmoidoscopy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the digestive system at MUSC (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Nausea and Vomiting – Evaluation of Symptoms
Gastroenterologist Dr. Todd Dantzler walks through evaluation of patients presenting with nausea and vomiting, emphasizing the importance of obtaining a complete medical and surgical history. He describes certain gastrointestinal conditions, such as peptic ulcers, gastritis, or bacterial infection, which may manifest as nausea and vomiting. Dr. Dantlzer concludes this digestive health podcast by describing the treatment options for persistent nausea and vomiting. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Upper Gastrointestinal Tract
Dr. Todd Dantzler, a gastroenterologist at MUSC, discusses bleeding in the upper-gastrointestinal tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. He notes vomiting blood and producing black, tarry stool as the hallmarks of upper-gastrointestinal bleeding, pointing to some of the potential causes of this medical ailment. Dr. Dantzler talks about evaluation of suspected upper-gastrointestinal bleeding and methods for treatment. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Lower Gastrointestinal Tract
Gastroenterologist Dr. Todd Dantzler discusses bleeding in the lower gastrointestinal tract, which includes the small and large intestines and the rectum. He points to causes of such bleeding and also describes diagnostic procedures for evaluation of symptoms. He concludes this digestive health podcast by remarking on new technological developments in the field of gastrointestinal imaging. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Esophagus Health: Esophageal Manometry
Janice Freeman, the program coordinator for the esophageal function laboratory at MUSC’s Digestive Disease Center, talks about esophageal manometry for testing functionality of the esophagus. She explains the procedure and associated discomfort and also notes the types of problems detected through esophageal manometry. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Acid Reflux: The Impedance pH Test
Janice Freeman, the program coordinator for the esophageal function laboratory at MUSC’s Digestive Disease Center, describes a relatively new test for determining if a patient is experiencing acid reflux despite the aid of acid reflux medication. She lays out the procedure of the Impedance pH test. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Tests and Procedures: CT Scan of the Abdomen
Detailed information on computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) of the abdomen, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Gastrointestinal Procedures: Balloon Enteroscopy
Dr. Mark Delegge, director of the Digestive Disease Center at MUSC, discusses a type of enteroscopy known as Balloon Enteroscopy. He describes how this procedure allows gastroenterologists to look further into the small intestine for diseases than was previously possible with a standard enteroscope. Dr. Delegge explains why this is so important for investigating problems associated with the small intestine, and how the procedure itself is performed. He concludes by emphasizing how the Digestive Disease Center is committed to evaluating new technologies and procedures to maximize the level of patient care at MUSC. (Sourc...
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Gastrointestinal Procedures: Upper Endoscopy
Dr. Mark Delegge, director of the Digestive Disease Center at MUSC, discusses a common procedure known as an Upper Endoscopy. He describes what signs and indications may warrant an Upper Endoscopy, and what the typical patient experience for this procedure would be. Dr. Delegge concludes by explaining that while an Upper Endoscopy usually only takes a short amount of time, finding any abnormalities could cause the procedure to last longer. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Gastrointestinal Disease: Visceral Hypersensitivity
Dr. Mark Delegge, director of the Digestive Disease Center at MUSC, discusses a syndrome referred to as Visceral Hypersensitivity. This disease tends to “masquerade” as other digestive diseases, when it is actually the nerves surrounding the intestines interpreting normal activity within the gut as intense pain. Dr. Delegge explains that while treatment of this condition is difficult, the use of small doses of some older anti-depressants to blunt the effects of Visceral Hypersensitivity has shown some promise as a potential treatment. He concludes by explaining the importance of continuing to investigate potential t...
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Gastrointestinal Procedures: Colon Surgery
Dr. Kerry Hammond, assistant professor of surgery at the Digestive Disease Center at MUSC, discusses colon surgery and provides common examples of why a patient may need to undergo such a procedure. She explains the advantages of a minimally invasive procedure versus open surgery, and how patient recovery times can very on an individual basis. Dr. Hammond also describes a procedure referred to as a colostomy, and concludes this podcast by explaining the importance of patient education prior to having colon surgery. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
Gastrointestinal Disease: Hemorrhoids
Dr. Kerry Hammond, assistant professor of surgery at the Digestive Disease Center at MUSC, discusses the common problem known as hemorrhoids. She describes what typically causes hemorrhoids to become a problem, and what some of the more common symptoms are. Dr. Hammond outlines a few common treatments that she recommends to patients, as well as what clinical procedures may be used if conservative management is unsuccessful. She concludes this podcast by explaining what a patient can do to minimize the risk of recurrence. (Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast)
Source: MUSC Digestive Health Podcast - April 5, 2014 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Medical University of South Carolina Source Type: podcasts
