[Hemostasis in hemorrhage from varicose veins of the esophagus and stomach]

The results of treatment of 15 patients with bleeding from varicose veins of the esophagus and stomach are discussed. Blakemore's tube and endoscopic sclerosing of the veins with 3% Thrombovar solution were applied for hemostasis. It is concluded that nonoperative measures are preferable. The most effective method of hemostasis in intensive bleeding is the use of Blakemore's tube for temporary arrest of bleeding followed by endoscopic sclerosing for preventing recurrent hemorrhage.