Abdominal Key

PART II General Physical Examination A general look at the patient may be extremely useful in defining the cause, associated complications, or assist in the differential diagnosis. In the following…

Applied Medicine Melena or black, tarry, and sticky stools with an offensive odor results from mild-upper GI bleeding. Fresh red blood passed per rectum is called hematochezia. Causes of Hematochezia…

PART I Introduction and History Taking Introduction Patient care begins with the development of a personal relationship between the patient and the physician. In the absence of trust and confidence…