A 65-year-old with UGIB is started on high-dose IV PPI after endoscopic hemostasis of a high-risk ulcer. What PPI strategy reduces rebleeding?...

Question

A 65-year-old with UGIB is started on high-dose IV PPI after endoscopic hemostasis of a high-risk ulcer. What PPI strategy reduces rebleeding?

Accepted Answer

High-dose continuous infusion for 72 hours or intermittent high-dose regimen

Answer

Low-dose once daily IV PPI

Answer

Oral PPI only

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No acid suppression needed

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H2 blocker infusion

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Post-Endoscopy PPI Strategy