Ulcer
Do all ICU patients need Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis?
Introduction ã…¡ Patients who are admitted to ICU may suffer from Stress Ulceration, which is the development of superficial ulcers in the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This differs from the reactivation of chronic duodenal or gastric ulcers as it is caused by either hypersecretion of gastric acid or impaired mucosal protection. Thus, m…
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Stress Ulcer
Management of gastroesophageal reflux disease
OVERVIEW ã…¡ Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common chronic, relapsing condition that is associated with a risk of significant morbidity and the possibility of mortality from complications. Patients have heartburn, the hallmark of acid regurgitation, at least once a month. Many patients self-diagnose and self-treat, and do not seek medical attention for th…
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Stress Ulcer
Pharmacology of histamine 2 (H2) antagonists
Therapeutic actions ã…¡ H2 antagonists or H2-blocker inhibit the action of histamine at the H2 receptors of the stomach, inhibiting gastric acid secretion and reducing total pepsin output; the resultant decrease in acid allows healing of ulcerated areas. See additional notes Peptic Ulcer; assessment and management and Dyspepsia . Th…
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