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Gastroenterology
Assessment

Upper endoscopy reveals bleeding esophageal varices requiring band ligation

Meaning

An upper endoscopy identified bleeding from enlarged veins in the esophagus that necessitated treatment with band ligation to stop the bleeding.

Clinical Context

This phrase describes a finding during an upper endoscopy procedure where bleeding esophageal varices were identified and treated.

Example Usage

"Upper endoscopy reveals bleeding esophageal varices requiring band ligation. Two bands were placed."

Usage Context

Used to document the presence of actively bleeding esophageal varices visualized and treated during an upper endoscopy.

Related Phrases
Esophageal varices
Band ligation
Upper gastrointestinal bleeding
Portal hypertension
Related ICD-10 Code
I85.01

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