Recurrent upper gastrointestinal ulcer bleeding treated by coil embolization guided by endoscopic ultrasonography

Clinical case 1. A 45-year-old man diagnosed with locally advanced pancreatic adenocarcinoma was admitted to hospital for acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB). Urgent gastroscopy showed a duodenal ulcer of about 15 mm and a visible vessel. The first treatment option was to inject diluted adrenaline and place two hemoclips. Despite the treatment, progressive anemia...