Non-variceal upper GI bleeding refractory to endoscopy: The role of interventional radiology and surgery

Acute non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (NVUGIB) is a common and life-threatening emergency. Despite optimal endoscopic and pharmacological therapy 8 –10% of patients continue to bleed or develop rebleeding. Surgery has been the traditional salvage treatment in these patients. However, surgery is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. In the past few decades, trans-arterial embolization (TAE) has emerged as a promising non-operativ e alternative to surgery. High technical (69–100%) and clinical success rate (63–97%) were reported.
Source: Techniques in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research