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Nasogastric lavage in variceal bleeding

Report By: Amr Hany Metwally - Medical Student
Institution: Medical School, Mansoura University, Mansoura
Date Submitted: 24th June 2014
Last Modified: 24th June 2014
Status: Red (incomplete)

Three Part Question

In [variceal bleeding patients] is [nasogastric lavage better] at [assessing severity and preventing complications]