Melena is a typical complication of:
A) Rectal ulcer
B) Gastric ulcer
C) Skin ulcer
D) Heart failure
E) Venous thrombosis

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Melena refers to black, tarry stools and is usually indicative of bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract. Gastric ulcers are a common cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, especially when located in the stomach body or fundus. Rectal ulcers and skin ulcers do not typically cause melena, while heart failure and venous thrombosis may cause bleeding, but usually not with the specific appearance of melena.

Melena Is a Typical Complication Of