Question

A 64-year-old with haematemesis is haemodynamically stable. What investigation timing is recommended for upper GI endoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Within 24 hours for all with upper GI bleeding

Answer

Within 6 hours for all

Answer

Only if haemoglobin <80 g/L

Answer

After CT angiography

Answer

After 72 hours if still bleeding

Practice question

A 64-year-old with haematemesis is haemodynamically stable. What investigation timing is recommended for upper GI endoscopy?