10 Questions
What is the estimated burden on direct and indirect health care costs of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) in the United States per year?
$6 billion
What is the lifetime overall prevalence of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) in the United States?
8.4% with a slightly higher prevalence in men
Which type of cells make up the gastric glands?
Parietal cells
What is the most common symptom complex associated with peptic ulcers?
Dyspepsia
What is the specialized function of parietal cells in the stomach?
Produce hydrochloric acid (HCl)
What is the estimated number of deaths per year as a consequence of complicated peptic ulcer disease?
~15,000 deaths per year
Which type of cells form the gastric epithelial lining?
Mucous neck cells
What is the makeup of gastric glands?
Highly specialized epithelial cells and other cell types
What is the main financial impact of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) in the United States?
$6 billion on direct and indirect health care costs
What is the specialized function of parietal cells in the stomach?
Produce hydrochloric acid (HCl)
Test your knowledge of oropharyngeal and esophageal manifestations associated with various medical conditions. Explore the signs, symptoms, and management of disorders affecting the oropharynx and esophagus.
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