Abstract:Endoscopy is indicated for the evaluation of unexplained iron deficiency to rule out neoplasia. Iron deficiency is common in postgastrectomy patients. The endoscopic yield for significant pathology in these patients is unknown but is expected to be lower than for other iron-deficient groups. A retrospective case-control study with 2:1 matching was performed comparing iron-deficient patients (ferritin < or = 50 microg/liter) having prior Billroth I or Billroth II gastrectomy to matched iron-deficient controls w… Show more
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