Regarding upper GI bleed-true statement is

A. Most common cause is variceal bleeding

B. It is bleeding up to ampulla of Vater

C. MC management is endoscopic banding

D. Rockall scoring is used for risk stratification

Correct Answer: Rockall scoring is used for risk stratification

Description: Ref. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery. Pg. 1142 GI Bleeding Most common cause of GI Bleed is Non variceal bleeding (80%) Upper GI bleed is defined bleeding arising from esophagus ,stomach ,or duodenum . Rockall and Baylor scoring for predicatabilty of rebleeding and mortality 1st line management includes IV Fluids + blood (1:3) + PPI Infusion + upper GI endoscopy .

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