[Physiopathologic aspects of non-ulcerous dyspepsia. Considerations of a new diagnostic method]

Abstract

The above study is an analysis of different dyspeptic syndromes outlining their pathophysiology and clinical features. On this basis, the authors suggest a diagnostic strategy, stressing the importance of certain elements such as age at onset, duration and variability of symptoms. This allows to evaluate the indications for endoscopy or biopsy, or to decide that it is sufficient to continue observation while reassuring the patient that the dyspeptic condition is benign.