10 demographic trends that are shaping the U.S. and the world. By DâVera Cohn and Andrea Caumont25 comments. At its core, demography is the act of counting people. But itâs also important to study the forces that are driving population change, and measure how these changes have an impact on peopleâs lives. For example, how does immigration affect U.S. population growth?
Type of Incisions. TYPE OF INCISIONS Upper Midline The upper midline incision provides access to the esophagus, hiatus, stomach and. duodenum, pancreas, and hepatobiliary system. If extended, it allows major hepatic resection, adrenalectomy, and splenectomy.
Upper GI exam. Definition. An upper GI examination is a fluoroscopic examination (a type of x ray imaging) of the upper gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine (duodenum). Purpose An upper GI series is frequently requested when a patient experiences unexplained symptoms of abdominal pain, difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia), regurgitation, diarrhea, or unexplained weight loss. It is used to help diagnose disorders and diseases of, or related to, the upper gastrointestinal tract.