Question

A 66-year-old with UGIB due to peptic ulcer was stabilized and endoscopically treated. His Hgb is 7.4 g/dL with CAD. What transfusion threshold is acceptable?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse at <8 g/dL may be reasonable in those with cardiovascular disease

Answer

Transfuse at <7 g/dL in all patients

Answer

Transfuse only if <6 g/dL

Answer

No transfusion unless <5 g/dL

Answer

Always transfuse at presentation regardless of Hgb

Practice question

A 66-year-old with UGIB due to peptic ulcer was stabilized and endoscopically treated. His Hgb is 7.4 g/dL with CAD. What transfusion threshold is acceptable?