Table 2.
Haemoglobin (Hb) level at presentation and endoscopic findings/diagnosis in patients requiring blood transfusion.
| Patient | Hb (g/dL) | Findings/Diagnosis | Endoscopic or Other Therapeutic Intervention |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5.1 | Gastritis/duodenitis/oesophagitis | None |
| 2 | 7.9 | Gastric ulcer | Endoclips, haemospray, adrenaline |
| 3 | 6.4 | Oesophageal varices | Banding |
| 4 | 6.6 | Oesophageal varices | Banding |
| 5 | 5.5 | Oesophageal varices | Banding |
| 6 | 6.4 | Oesophageal varices | None |
| 7 | 6.6 | Duodenal ulcer | Laparoscopy |
| 8 | 5.1 | Duodenal ulcer | Laparotomy |
| 9 | 7.4 | Secondary osteosarcoma deposits in small bowel | Laparoscopy and laparotomy |