Hemospray hemostasis in bleeding diffusely ulcerated esophagus.

Background And Aims: Bleeding from diffuse esophageal ulcerations can be difficult to treat. Hemospray is a hemostatic powder, and its mechanism of hemostasis is thought to be through concentrating clotting factors and forming mechanical plugs on bleeding vessels.

Methods: The authors present 3 consecutive cases of diffusely ulcerated esophagus with clinically significant bleeding.

Current management of salicylate-induced pulmonary edema.

Salicylate-induced pulmonary edema (SIPE) can occur in both acute and chronic users of aspirin or salicylate products. The medical history, especially when it reveals the use of salicylates, is critical when considering this diagnosis. Unfortunately, the neurologic and systemic effects of salicylate toxicity may hinder the ability to obtain a reliable medical history.