The Dieulafoy's Lesion: An Update on Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Management

Abstract

Dieulafoy's lesion (DL) is a persistently wide caliber artery that is observed more frequently at the fifth decade of life in the male population with multiple comorbidities. There are a variety of endoscopic therapies that have been used to treat DL; however, there are no clear guidelines on the best treatment modality. This article systematically reviews the diagnosis, the most commonly reported therapies of DL, and offers a suggested algorithm based upon efficacy of treatment such as initial hemostasis, rebleeding rates, and mortality.