The Role of Helicobacter pylori and NSAIDs in the Pathogenesis of Uncomplicated Duodenal Ulcer

Background/Aim. To identify the etiological role of Helicobacter pylori (Hp) and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in endoscopically diagnosed duodenal ulcers (DUs). Methods. Patients undergoing esophagogastroduodenoscopy in two major hospitals in Antalya and Adiyaman were included in th...

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Main Authors: Ayhan Hilmi Cekin, Muharrem Taskoparan, Adil Duman, Cem Sezer, Yesim Cekin, Basak Oguz Yolcular, Hasan Can, Fatma Seher Pehlivan, Mine Cayirci
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Gastroenterology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/189373