Question

A 59-year-old with melena has Hb 8.2 g/dL and is otherwise stable. What transfusion strategy is supported?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive: transfuse when Hb <7 g/dL

Answer

Liberal: transfuse when Hb <10 g/dL

Answer

No transfusion thresholds in UGIB

Answer

Transfuse platelets instead

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic regardless of Hb

Practice question

A 59-year-old with melena has Hb 8.2 g/dL and is otherwise stable. What transfusion strategy is supported?