Adverse Effects of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs on the Small and Large Bowel
- 1 November 1999
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Georg Thieme Verlag KG in Endoscopy
- Vol. 31 (9) , 761-767
- https://doi.org/10.1055/s-1999-75
Abstract
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) account for a large part of prescriptions and self-administered medication worldwide. The adverse effects on the upper gastrointestinal tract are well documented. However, in an increasing number of publications adverse effects in the small and large intestine distal to the duodenum are being reported. This paper provides an updated review of current as well as earlier literature on the pathogenesis of such adverse effects and the potential damage to the small and large bowel caused by NSAID. In addition, suggestions for an appropriate diagnostic workup of NSAID damage are discussed.Keywords
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