Haematemesis and Melaena (Upper GI Bleeding)

Management of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 30 August 2025
GastroenterologyEmergency MedicineSurgery

Clinical Guidelines

NICE guideline [CG141]: Acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding in over 16s
National
SIGN Guideline: Management of acute upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding
National