Hematemesis natural history, complications and prognosis

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Jinhui Wu, M.D.

Prognosis

The prognosis of hematemesis depends on:

• The underlying cause of hematemsis
• The rate and extent of hemorrhage
• Patient's general status