Ileostomy is a surgically created opening that brings the end of the small intestine (the ileum) to the skin. It allows intestinal contents to leave the body without passing through the colon or rectum. Output is collected in an external pouching system attached to the abdominal wall. It is commonly used in colorectal surgery and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) care.
A Colostomy is a surgically created opening that brings part of the colon (large intestine) to the skin of the abdomen. Stool exits the body through this opening, called a stoma, into an external pouching system. It is commonly used in colorectal surgery to divert fecal flow away from the rectum or a diseased segment of bowel. It may be temporary or permanent, depending on the underlying condition and surgical plan.
A Stoma is an opening created to connect an internal organ to the surface of the body. In gastroenterology and gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, it most often refers to a surgically created bowel opening for stool diversion. A Stoma is commonly discussed in colorectal surgery, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) care, cancer care, and perioperative management. It is also used for access routes such as feeding (e.g., gastrostomy), depending on context.
Abdominal Paracentesis is a procedure that removes fluid from the abdominal cavity using a needle or catheter. The fluid is taken from the peritoneal cavity, the space around abdominal organs. It is commonly used in patients with ascites, which means excess abdominal fluid. It is performed in hospitals and clinics by gastroenterology, hepatology, internal medicine, and procedural teams.
Thoracentesis is a procedure that removes fluid from the pleural space, the thin gap between the lung and chest wall. It is commonly used to evaluate why pleural fluid has accumulated and to relieve shortness of breath. The removed fluid can be tested in a laboratory to help identify infection, cancer, or systemic disease. In gastroenterology and hepatology, it is most often discussed when liver, pancreatic, or malignancy-related conditions cause pleural effusions.
Paracentesis is a procedure that removes fluid from the abdominal cavity. It is most commonly used when fluid has collected in the peritoneal space, a condition called ascites. It can be done to diagnose the cause of fluid buildup or to relieve symptoms from pressure. Gastroenterology and hepatology teams often use it in patients with liver disease and related complications.
Transjugular Liver Biopsy is a liver tissue sampling procedure performed through a neck vein. It is commonly used when a standard “through-the-skin” liver biopsy may carry higher bleeding risk. A catheter is guided into the liver’s veins, and biopsy samples are taken from inside the venous system. It is typically performed in hospitals by interventional radiology teams in coordination with GI and liver clinicians.
Liver Biopsy is a medical procedure that removes a small sample of liver tissue for microscopic examination. It is commonly used in hepatology to clarify the cause, severity, or stage of liver disease. The sample is evaluated by pathology to look for inflammation, scarring, fat, infection, or abnormal cells.
Prednisone is a synthetic glucocorticoid (steroid) medication that reduces inflammation and modifies immune activity. It is commonly used in many medical specialties, including gastroenterology and hepatology. In digestive diseases, it is often used to control immune-driven injury in the bowel or liver.
Budesonide is a corticosteroid (glucocorticoid) medication that reduces inflammation. It is designed to act more “locally” in certain tissues while limiting whole-body (systemic) exposure compared with some other steroids. In gastroenterology, it is commonly used for inflammatory bowel and immune-mediated conditions affecting the intestine and, in selected cases, the liver. It also exists in non-GI forms (inhaled or nasal) for airway and nasal inflammation.