Question

A 63-year-old with H. pylori-negative peptic ulcer bleed is endoscopically treated. Hgb 7.1 g/dL. What transfusion strategy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive strategy; transfuse at Hgb ≤7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse to keep Hgb >10 g/dL

Answer

Liberal strategy; transfuse at ≤9 g/dL

Answer

No transfusion if BP normal

Answer

Transfuse platelets only

Practice question

A 63-year-old with H. pylori-negative peptic ulcer bleed is endoscopically treated. Hgb 7.1 g/dL. What transfusion strategy is recommended?