Type V gastric ulcer: An unusual etiology of gastrosplenic fistula associated with upper gastrointestinal bleeding

Abstract

Key Clinical Message Type V gastric ulcer is an unusual etiology of gastrosplenic fistula (GSF). Prompt diagnosis and early embolization of splenic vessels prior to esophagogastroduodenoscopy and surgical resection is crucial.

Keywords

• embolization
• endoscopy
• gastric ulcers
• gastrointestinal bleeding
• gastrosplenic fistula
• NSAIDs