Biography
Biography: Sangeeta Agrawal
Abstract
Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding is a medical emergency that requires prompt medical and endoscopic management. It accounts for 7-8% of acute medical admissions costing about $2 billion annually in USA. The mortality remains around 3.5-10% despite medical and surgical advances. Recent reports have indicated a decrease in mortality rates both in USA and Europe. The objective of my talk is to discuss optimal management guidelines for management of patients with acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding and to identify high risk patients. I will also discuss the common causes of upper gastrointestinal bleeding and the role of endoscopy in the management of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding.