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Review
. 2023 Sep;50(3):351-362.
doi: 10.1016/j.pop.2023.03.003. Epub 2023 May 24.

Peptic Ulcer Disease

Emily Tuerk  1 , Sara Doss  2 , Kevin Polsley  2
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Peptic Ulcer Disease

Emily Tuerk et al. Prim Care. 2023 Sep.

Abstract

Peptic ulcer disease is a common cause of epigastric pain typically related to Helicobacter pylori infection or NSAID use that can lead to serious consequences including upper GI bleed or perforation if undiagnosed. Diagnostic strategies vary depending on age and treatment is dependent on etiology.

Keywords: Epigastric pain; GI bleeding; H. pylori; NSAIDs; Peptic ulcer disease.

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