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Etiological spectrum and endoscopic findings of upper GI bleeding
| Aetiology/endoscopic findings | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Oesophageal varices |
123 |
51.3 |
| Duodenal ulcers |
34 |
14.2 |
| Gastritis |
31 |
12.9 |
| Gastric ulcers |
26 |
10.8 |
| Duodenitis |
7 |
2.9 |
| Oesophagitis |
4 |
1.7 |
| Oesophageal candidiasis |
3 |
1.3 |
| Gastric polyp |
2 |
0.8 |
| GERD |
1 |
0.4 |
| Oesophageal ulcers |
1 |
0.4 |
| Normal finding |
8 |
3.3 |
| Total | 240 | 100 |
Key: GERD = Gastro-esophageal reflux disease.
