Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Nigeria: A Systematic Review of Aetiology, Demographic Patterns, and Regional Variations
Ofodile Francis Uchechukwu, Orie Desmond Emeke, Arinze Queen Uchechi, Ezeh, Chidiebere Joel, Agba Somkenechukwu Obiora, Ekekwe, Nwabunwannne Emmanuel & Azuaru Chukwuka Peter · Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology · 2025
Background: In Nigeria, upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) is a life-threatening medical emergency with an estimated death rate of 30%. There is limited comprehensive data on its epidemiology and regional distribution, which impedes efficient healthcare strategies. This is a...
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10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1183