This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
In esophageal varices bleeding, which of the following is not used? 
Select and explain. 
A. Endoscopy banding, B. Octreotide, C. Platelet transfusion, D. TIPS
C: Platelet transfusion
Answer: C: Platelet transfusion 
Explanation: Answer- C. Platelet transfusionBeta-blockersEndoscopic sclerotherapyEndoscopic variceal ligation (banding)A medication called octreotide - will lower the pressure in the swollen veins by tightening the blood vessels and reducing blood flow.Transjugular intrahepatic poosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedure is another potential treatment option for recurrent bleeding esophageal varices