Management of Gastroparesis
Management of Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis is a chronic condition of the stomach characterized by a delay in gastric emptying with no mechanical obstruction present. It is estimated to affect up to 4% of the population and is most commonly seen in women and patients with diabetes. Signs and symptoms frequently reported include nausea, vomiting, early satiety, bloating, and upper abdominal discomfort. Complications such as esophagitis, Mallory-Weiss tears, and bezoars may also result and contribute to morbidity.
Abstract and Introduction
Introduction
Gastroparesis is a chronic condition of the stomach characterized by a delay in gastric emptying with no mechanical obstruction present. It is estimated to affect up to 4% of the population and is most commonly seen in women and patients with diabetes. Signs and symptoms frequently reported include nausea, vomiting, early satiety, bloating, and upper abdominal discomfort. Complications such as esophagitis, Mallory-Weiss tears, and bezoars may also result and contribute to morbidity.
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