The evaluation of a patient in whom perforated peptic ulcer is suspected should be done quickly as the morbidity and mortality increase significantly with time. Peptic ulcer disease Peptic ulcer disease. The involvement of the duodenum containing the ampulla of Vater is a particularly arduous challenge. This reduces the probability of getting peptic ulcers; however, it can still delay ulcer healing for those who already have a peptic ulcer. They are also often used to treat heartburn and GERD.
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