Objectives: To study the value of enteroscopy in determining bleeding lesion of small intestine.
Methods: Clinical data of ten cases with small intestinal bleeding diagnosed by enteroscopy were analyzed retrospectively from June 2003 to June 2004.
Results: Bleeding sites disclosed by enteroscopy were consistent with those confirmed by operation in 10 patients,but qualitative diagnosis was not consistent in 2 patients.
Conclusions: Enteroscopy is a safe,reliable and valuable modality for diagnosing bleeding lesion of small intestine.