Extensive research has addressed the effectiveness of various endoscopic treatments for bleeding peptic ulcers. These studies are often heterogeneous in their methodology, definitions, end points and combinations of modalities used. Evidence-based recommendations that address clinically relevant questions are now available, and will be a valuable resource for practicing endoscopists.
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F. K. L. Chan is on the speakers bureau for Astra Zeneca and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, has received grant/research support from Pfizer, and is a Consultant for Otsuka Pharmaceuticals. S. H. Pang declared no competing interests.
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Pang, S., Chan, F. Achievement of endoscopic hemostasis. Nat Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol 6, 263–265 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrgastro.2009.61
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