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Non-variceal UGI Bleed — UKMLA MCQ

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MediumGastroenterologyNon-variceal UGI BleedUKMLAMRCEM SBAPARAMRCP Part 1

A 67-year-old man with known peptic ulcer presents with haematemesis. After resuscitation, what single pre-endoscopy drug is indicated for suspected non-variceal bleed?

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Correct answer: A — High-dose IV PPI

High-dose IV PPI is recommended in suspected non-variceal upper GI bleed pre- or post-endoscopy. Octreotide is for variceal bleeds; erythromycin may be adjunct for gastric emptying but not instead of PPI.

Reference: CKS: Gastrointestinal bleeding - upper