Question

A hemodynamically stable patient with suspected nonvariceal UGIB is admitted overnight with ongoing melena (no shock). What is the recommended timing of endoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Within 24 hours of presentation

Answer

Emergent (<6 h) for all

Answer

Delay >48 hours for stabilization

Answer

Only if Hb <7 g/dL

Answer

After 72 hours to allow clot stabilization

Practice question

A hemodynamically stable patient with suspected nonvariceal UGIB is admitted overnight with ongoing melena (no shock). What is the recommended timing of endoscopy?