Burden and determinants of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in cirrhotic patients: evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa, 2024

UGIB prevalence was high in this cirrhotic population, primarily due to esophageal varices. Long duration of the disease, thrombocytopenia, and absence of endoscopic screening were significant risk factors identified. These findings underscore the importance of early endoscopic screening, thrombocytopenia monitoring, and the expansion of preventive services to reduce UGIB-related complications in cirrhotic patients.