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Massive Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding From a Duodenal Diverticulum in a Nonagenarian: A Report of a Rare Case

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Duodenal diverticula are typically asymptomatic and incidentally discovered, but they can rarely lead to significant complications, including upper gastrointestinal (UGI) bleeding. We report the case of a 91-year-old woman who presented with melaena and haematemesis. Endoscopy revealed an actively bleeding duodenal diverticulum, which was successfully managed with endoscopic haemostasis. This case illustrates the importance of considering duodenal diverticula as a rare cause of UGI bleeding in elderly patients and highlights the role of prompt endoscopic diagnosis and treatment.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.95340

Authors: Rohan Tariq, Aiman Rashid, Muhammad Adil Zaka Khan

Institutions: East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Gastrointestinal Bleeding Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Gastroenterology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4415524999

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