A comprehensive approach to the treatment of peptic ulcer disease: cooperation of a gastroenterologist, an endoscopist and a surgeon

Abstract

Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum is a complex disease that requires a multifaceted approach to treatment. The article discusses the importance of complex interaction between a gastroenterologist, an endoscopist and a surgeon to achieve optimal therapy results. The purpose of the study is to analyze the effectiveness of joint work of specialists of various profiles in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease and identify key aspects of cooperation that contribute to improving clinical outcomes. Research methods. The paper analyzes clinical experience and literature data, describes cases of successful treatment of peptic ulcer disease, in which gastroenterologists, endoscopists and surgeons participated. Examples of the disadvantages of insufficient interaction between specialists are also considered. The results of the study. The authors emphasize the importance of coordination between a gastroenterologist who is engaged in drug therapy and patient supervision, an endoscopist who performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and a surgeon who performs surgery if necessary. Cases are discussed when such cooperation made it possible to avoid surgical intervention or to perform an operation in a timely manner, which ultimately improved the outcome of the disease.

Imprint

Aishat M. Alikhanova, Arina V. Polikarpova, Georgii K. Lipartiani, Anastasia E. Domnikova, Valeriia L. Shikhgasanova. A comprehensive approach to the treatment of peptic ulcer disease: cooperation of a gastroenterologist, an endoscopist and a surgeon. Cardiometry; Issue 33; November 2024; p.50-57; DOI: 10.18137/cardiometry.2024.33.5057; Available from: https://www.cardiometry.net/issues/no33-november-2024/comprehensive-approach-treatment-peptic