High neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio indicates increased mortality risk in UGIB patients

A study involving 726 patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) revealed that a high neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) on admission significantly predicts in-hospital mortality risk. Researchers found that while 6% of patients died, 23.9% required endoscopic intervention, and 46.4% needed blood transfusion. The integration of NLR with the Glasgow-Blatchford Score and Full Rockall Score enhanced risk assessment accuracy, helping prioritize emergency care and improve treatment outcomes for UGIB patients.