A 58‑year‑old man with melena and hypotension is resuscitated. Endoscopy reveals nonbleeding visible vessel treated with hemostasis. Which is appropri...

Question

A 58‑year‑old man with melena and hypotension is resuscitated. Endoscopy reveals nonbleeding visible vessel treated with hemostasis. Which is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

High‑dose PPI for 3 days then BID oral for 2 weeks

Answer

No PPI after endoscopy

Answer

Sucralfate only

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Stop anticoagulants permanently

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Discharge same day without therapy

us-abim MCQ (SBA): UGIB (Post‑Endoscopy Care)

A 58‑year‑old man with melena and hypotension is resuscitated. Endoscopy reveals nonbleeding visible vessel treated with hemostasis. Which is appropriate?