Ectopic intestinal varices as a rare cause of lower gastrointestinal haemorrhage

Ectopic intestinal varices are rarely responsible for lower gastrointestinal [GI] haemorrhage. A case of 55 years old male with recurrent melena is being presented, who was found to have scattered varices on small as well as large intestine. Selective review of literature regarding presentation, diagnosis and management of these cases is also part of presentation