5 Questions
What is the main cause of gastritis?
Infectious agents such as Helicobacter pylori
Which cells secrete mucus to form a protective gel on the gastric mucosa?
Neck and surface mucous cells
What do prostaglandins stimulate in the gastric mucosa?
Mucus production
What is the function of HCO3 secreted by surface cells in the gastric mucosa?
Raises the pH around the mucus layer
Which mechanism inhibits acid secretion in the gastric mucosa?
Prostaglandins of the E and I series
Learn about acute and chronic gastritis in this Pharm D program. Explore the histological and clinical aspects of gastritis, including causes, symptoms, and protective mechanisms for the gastric mucosa.
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