Vomiting.
10.4166/kjg.2017.70.6.283
- Author:
Ga Hee KIM
1
;
Kee Wook JUNG
Author Information
1. Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. jung.keewook30@gmail.com
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Vomiting;
Gastroparesis
- MeSH:
Dehydration;
Diagnosis;
Gastrointestinal Motility;
Gastroparesis;
Malnutrition;
Physical Examination;
Vomiting*
- From:The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology
2017;70(6):283-287
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Many disorders can cause either acute or chronic vomiting. However, in most cases, vomiting is self-limited. A correct diagnosis is possible by conducting careful histories and physical examinations. In cases of severe vomiting, further testing, including laboratory studies, radiological images, endoscopic evaluation, and gastrointestinal motility tests, can also be considered. The correction of clinical consequences of vomiting should be initiated, including dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, malnutrition, and suppression of symptoms via the use empirical antiemetic treatments. Moreover, underlying disorders should be treated using dietary, pharmacological, and even surgical interventions.