Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers Pathophysiology

Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers

• A key difference in the pathophysiology of gastric and duodenal ulcers is acid secretion: in gastric ulcers, acid secretion is decreased, whereas in duodenal ulcers, acid secretion is increased.

Clinical Presentation

• The pathophysiological difference between gastric and duodenal ulcers influences their clinical presentation, with gastric ulcers typically presenting with pain during or after a meal, whereas duodenal ulcers typically present with pain between meals.

Risk Factors for Duodenal Ulcers

• Helicobacter pylori infection is the predominant risk factor for duodenal ulcers.

Explore the key variances in the pathophysiology of gastric and duodenal ulcers and how these discrepancies impact their clinical manifestations. Gain insights into the distinct characteristics of these two types of ulcers.