Haematemesis Flashcards
1
Q
what is haematemesis?
A
vomiting blood
2
Q
what are the causes of haematemesis?
A
Stomach ulcers Severe gastritis Oesophageal varices GORD Tear in oesophagus Swallowing blood Poison Blood condition Cancer of oesophagus
3
Q
what tests will be done at hospital and why?
A
Blood tests
Endoscopy
Asses whether blood from airways or oesophgagus