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(K29.4) Chronic atrophic gastritis
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13 394 863 in individuals diagnosis chronic atrophic gastritis confirmed
35 418 deaths with diagnosis chronic atrophic gastritis
Diagnosis chronic atrophic gastritis is diagnosed Women are 12.09% more likely than Men
5 887 441
Men receive the diagnosis chronic atrophic gastritis
19 139 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis chronic atrophic gastritis
16 279 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease chronic atrophic gastritis - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features chronic atrophic gastritis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Chronic atrophic gastritis - what does this mean
Chronic atrophic gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining caused by an infection of the helicobacter pylori bacteria or by long-term use of certain medications. it leads to a thinning of the stomach lining and a decrease in the production of stomach acids, which can lead to malabsorption of nutrients, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and other gastrointestinal symptoms.
What happens during the disease - chronic atrophic gastritis
Chronic atrophic gastritis is an inflammatory condition of the gastric mucosa caused by an autoimmune response in which the body's own immune system attacks the gastric mucosa, leading to destruction of the gastric glands and atrophy of the gastric mucosa. this leads to decreased gastric acid secretion, impaired digestion, and increased risk of bacterial overgrowth, which can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and poor appetite.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Upper endoscopy
- Gastric biopsy
- Blood tests to check for anemia
- Stool tests for occult blood
- Imaging tests such as ultrasound or computed tomography (CT) scan
- Breath test to check for Helicobacter pylori infection
- Gastric acid secretion test
- Gastric emptying test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of chronic atrophic gastritis and improve the patient's quality of life.
- Prescription of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to reduce gastric acid production
- Prescription of H2-receptor antagonists to reduce gastric acid production
- Prescription of prokinetics to assist in the emptying of the stomach
- Prescription of antibiotics to reduce the amount of Helicobacter pylori in the stomach
- Prescription of antacids to reduce gastric acid production
- Prescription of antidiarrheal medications to reduce the symptoms of diarrhea
- Prescription of nutritional supplements to improve the nutritional status of the patient
- Prescription of lifestyle modifications including quitting smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and avoiding foods that trigger symptoms
- Surgery to remove damaged tissue and reduce the risk of further complications
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Chronic atrophic gastritis - Prevention
Chronic atrophic gastritis can be prevented by avoiding overly spicy and acidic foods, quitting smoking, avoiding alcohol, and taking a proton pump inhibitor (ppi) medication to reduce stomach acid. additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables and engaging in regular physical activity.