Scandinavian journal of gastroenterology. Supplement
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Scand. J. Gastroenterol. Suppl. · Jan 1995
ReviewStress ulcer prophylaxis: gastrointestinal bleeding and nosocomial pneumonia. Best evidence synthesis.
To examine the effect of stress ulcer prophylaxis on gastrointestinal bleeding, pneumonia, and mortality. ⋯ All stress ulcer prophylactic agents appear to be effective in decreasing bleeding. Prophylaxis with sucralfate is associated with a lower rate of nosocomial pneumonia and mortality, providing strong evidence for use of this agent in clinical practice.
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Scand. J. Gastroenterol. Suppl. · Jan 1995
ReviewH2-receptor antagonists an Helicobacter pylori eradication.
To discuss the place of histamine H2-receptor antagonists in eradication therapy of Helicobacter pylori. ⋯ Ranitidine is to be considered as a valuable and safe component of triple therapy against H. pylori in duodenal ulcer patients.