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What is the most common GI bleed in the elderly?

Diverticulosis is a highly prevalent condition, increasing with age from approximately 5% at age 40 to 65% by age 85. Given this prevalence, it is no surprise that diverticular disease is the most common GI bleed in the elderly, specifically a lower gastrointestinal (LGIB) bleed. This guide explores the different types of GI bleeds and the critical factors that make seniors more susceptible.