Publications by authors named "Aya E Mikkawi"

Dieulafoy lesions (DL) consist of tortuous, thick-walled submucosal arteries that protrude through a small mucosal defect, often surrounded by otherwise normal mucosa. They are commonly located in the proximal stomach, particularly along the lesser curvature and near the esophagogastric junction, typically within 5 cm. However, they can also occur in various other regions of the GI tract, including the esophagus, duodenum, and colon.

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