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Antral vascular ectasia--the "watermelon" stomach.

Abstract
Antral vascular ectasia is a rarely described condition; it is a cause of blood loss and iron deficiency anaemia, particularly in the elderly. Four cases of antral vascular ectasia ("watermelon" stomach) in elderly patients are reported. The clinical history, endoscopic and histological features are described.
AuthorsW D Rawlinson, G D Barr, B P Lin
JournalThe Medical journal of Australia (Med J Aust) Vol. 144 Issue 13 Pg. 709-11 (Jun 23 1986) ISSN: 0025-729X [Print] Australia
PMID3724602 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Topics
  • Aged
  • Anemia, Hypochromic (etiology)
  • Dilatation, Pathologic
  • Female
  • Gastric Mucosa (blood supply, pathology)
  • Gastroscopy
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Melena (etiology)
  • Middle Aged
  • Pyloric Antrum (blood supply, pathology)
  • Vascular Diseases (pathology)

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