Question

A 70-year-old with severe melena and orthostasis is admitted. Hgb 8.1 g/dL, hemodynamically improving with fluids. What transfusion threshold is recommended in upper GI bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse when hemoglobin <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at hemoglobin <9 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse regardless of hemoglobin

Answer

Transfuse only if hemoglobin <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse at hemoglobin <10 g/dL

Practice question

A 70-year-old with severe melena and orthostasis is admitted. Hgb 8.1 g/dL, hemodynamically improving with fluids. What transfusion threshold is recommended in upper GI bleeding?