Haematemesis Flashcards
1
Q
Main causes?
A
cancer
vascular
post vomiting
peptic ulcer disease
2
Q
What causes oesophageal varices?
A
portal hypertension
3
Q
Treatment of severe mallory weiss tears?
A
inject adrenaline over tear
4
Q
Treatment of varices?
A
banding
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