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Aspirin and gastrointestinal toxicity [Anatol J Cardiol]
Anatol J Cardiol. 2007; 7(Suppl 2): 27-30

Aspirin and gastrointestinal toxicity

Murat Törüner1
Department of Gastroenterology, Ibni - Sina Hospital, Ankara University Medical School, Sıhhiye, Ankara,

Aspirin is the main actor in primary and secondary preventive treatments in cardiovascular diseases. However, it has several side effects including gastrointestinal toxicity (peptic ulcer formation, bleeding). Although lower doses are relatively safe, we should keep in mind that even the lowest dose may cause gastrointestinal bleeding. Gastrointestinal toxicity profile does not differ between conventional and enteric-coated aspirin use. In patients who have cardiovascular disease but are at high risk for gastrointestinal bleeding, eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection and concurrent proton pump inhibitor therapy may help to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal toxicity.

Keywords: Aspirin, gastrointestinal system, toxicity

Aspirinin gastrointestinal yan etkileri

Murat Törüner1
Department of Gastroenterology, Ibni - Sina Hospital, Ankara University Medical School, Sıhhiye, Ankara,

Anahtar Kelimeler: Aspirin, gastrointestinal sistem, yan etki

Murat Törüner. Aspirin and gastrointestinal toxicity. Anatol J Cardiol. 2007; 7(Suppl 2): 27-30
Manuscript Language: English


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