Patient complains of decrease in pain in epigastric region

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A patient complains of a decrease in pain in the epigastric region and the appearance of "coffee-thickness" vomiting. It is clear that the last meal an hour ago. Is it possible to use FGDS in this case? The method can only be used on an empty stomach Yes, possibly after gastric lavage Yes, maybe 3-4 hours after eating Yes, maybe 6-10 hours after eating Yes, for urgent indications, regardless of meal times.

Reference no: EM133713622

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