2023
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Catherine Lamarque et al., « An update on the prevention of bleeding ulcers in 2023 », Hépato-Gastro & Oncologie Digestive, ID : 10670/1.ysnw33
Peptic ulcer disease is a known complication in patients in intensive care units or on anticoagulants who are being given non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Screening and treatment for Helicobacter pylori should be offered to patients starting NSAID therapy. Proton pump inhibitors should be given to patients at high risk of developing a bleeding ulcer and dying from this complication.