Haematochezia (Fresh Rectal Bleeding)

Assessment and management of lower gastrointestinal bleeding.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 30 August 2025
GastroenterologySurgery

Clinical Guidelines

BSG: Diagnosis and management of acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding
National
CKS: Gastrointestinal tract (lower) cancers - recognition and referral
National
CKS: Haemorrhoids - Diagnosis
National
RCS: Rectal Bleeding - Commissioning Guide
National