Successful Hemostasis With Endoscopic Suturing of Recurrent Duodenal Ulcer Bleeding After Failed Initial Endoscopic Therapy and Embolization

Abstract

Peptic ulcer bleeding is a common condition where endoscopic therapy offers a safe and definitive treatment. However, management of peptic ulcer bleeding can be more complex when there is large volume, recurrent bleeding in a critically ill patient. We present a patient with life-threatening, recurrent duodenal ulcer bleeding who failed both standard endoscopic therapy and transarterial embolization. Hemostasis was achieved through a combination of standard endoscopic therapy and endoscopic suturing.