Angiodysplasia is the disease where some weak vessels that are dilated are developed in the lining of your digestive system. These boats are easy to break or leak resulting into bleeding or anemia. It primarily attacks the colon but may also involve stomach, duodenum or small intestine. The bleeding can be non-acute and well concealed, or acute and obvious.
Many people have no symptoms at first. When signs do appear, they may include:
The exact cause of angiodysplasia is unknown, but several factors can increase your risk:
Do not wait, in case you are bleeding, or feel anaemia or any other effects of angiodysplasia. Our experts at GastroDoxs in Katy, integrate the latest endoscopy, individualized treatment plans and quick follow-up to identify and treat angiodysplasia of both the stomach, duodenum or the small intestine. It is time to make the right choice and begin working on the issue of your health and wellbeing in the sphere of the digestive system. Call us today or make a reservation online and get ready to have a better digestive system.
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Angiodysplasia is a condition where weak and defective blood vessels form on the lining of the digestive system. These vessels may rupture or bleed, causing hemorrhage or iron-deficiency anemia.
Symptoms can include sudden iron deficiency, weakness, dizziness, or black (tarry) stools. Capsule endoscopy or enteroscopy are specialized tests used to confirm the diagnosis.
Symptoms often include dark-colored or black stool (melena), bright red blood in the stool (hematochezia), fatigue, breathlessness, lightheadedness, or fainting due to anemia.
Yes. While most bleeding is slow and chronic, some cases can be sudden and severe, requiring immediate endoscopic or surgical intervention.
The ICD-10 code for angiodysplasia of the stomach and duodenum with bleeding is K31.82.
Treatment may include endoscopic therapy (coagulation or clipping), iron supplementation or transfusion, hormonal therapy in select cases, and surgical intervention if bleeding persists.
Yes. Angiodysplasia is often asymptomatic and may be discovered incidentally during endoscopy for other reasons.
GastroDoxs in Katy has gastroenterologists specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of angiodysplasia, using advanced endoscopic tools and personalized care plans.
Yes. Recurrence is possible, so regular follow-up and monitoring are recommended to manage and detect new bleeding early.
Consult a gastroenterology specialist if you experience unexplained anemia, bloody stools, recurrent GI bleeding, dizziness, or fatigue.
