Glossary

Gastric ulcer

Gastric ulcer

Magengeschwür·Also: Ulcus ventriculi

A gastric ulcer is a deep defect of the mucous membrane in the stomach wall. It often causes upper abdominal pain and can be promoted by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori or certain painkillers.

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