Question

A 59-year-old with haematemesis is stabilised. There is concern for nonvariceal ulcer bleeding. Which transfusion strategy is recommended if haemoglobin 6.8 g/dL?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at ≤7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at ≥9 g/dL

Answer

Avoid transfusion until Hb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only with active chest pain

Answer

Transfuse to target 10-12 g/dL

Practice question

A 59-year-old with haematemesis is stabilised. There is concern for nonvariceal ulcer bleeding. Which transfusion strategy is recommended if haemoglobin 6.8 g/dL?