A 49-year-old with suspected variceal bleeding stabilized after endoscopic band ligation. What is recommended for secondary prophylaxis?...

Question

A 49-year-old with suspected variceal bleeding stabilized after endoscopic band ligation. What is recommended for secondary prophylaxis?

Accepted Answer

Combination of nonselective beta-blocker plus repeat band ligation

Answer

Nonselective beta-blocker alone

Answer

Endoscopic variceal ligation alone

Answer

TIPS for all patients

Answer

No further therapy after index bleed

"us-abim" MCQ (SBA): Variceal Bleed Secondary Prevention