Methods for Diagnosing Acute Intestinal Obstruction in Chronic Diffuse Liver Diseases

Abstract

This review introduces gastrointestinal endoscopy (ESGE). (ESGE) recommends small bowel capsule endoscopy as a first-line investigation before considering other endoscopic and radiological diagnostic tests when small bowel bleeding is suspected, given the excellent safety profile of capsule endoscopy, its patient tolerance, and its ability to visualize the entire small bowel mucosa. Strong recommendation, moderate-quality evidence. MR2: ESGE recommends small bowel capsule endoscopy in patients with clear suspicion of small bowel bleeding as soon as possible after a bleeding episode, ideally within 48 hours, to maximize diagnostic and subsequent therapeutic yield.