uk-fficm MCQ (SBA): Refractory Variceal Haemorrhage

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ModerateGastrointestinal & NutritionRefractory Variceal Haemorrhageuk-fficm

A 58-year-old man with chronic liver disease is admitted to ICU with variceal haemorrhage. After initial resuscitation and terlipressin, emergency OGD shows active bleeding from oesophageal varices. Endoscopic band ligation is performed but bleeding continues. What is the most appropriate rescue intervention?

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