Peptic ulcer



Peptic ulcer

Introduction

The purpose of this study is to expand the boundaries of our knowledge by exploring some relevant facts relating to Peptic ulcer. In this paper, the author will examine the impact of Helicobacter pylori, along with its diagnosis and treatment.

Discussion & Analysis

Helicobacter pylori

Helicobacter pylori is the predominant cause of peptic ulcer disease worldwide, and it appears that there are regional differences in prevalence of DUs, GUs, and gastric cancer that are not explained by this infection per se (Kurata, 1993). Patterns of NSAID use and smoking are likely to be important. Some regional differences probably relate to the ...