[Role of endoscopic gastric biopsies in the management of gastritis. A study of 250 consecutive cases].

Background: The practical role of gastric biopsy in the management of gastritis is controversial.

Aim: To estimate the yield of endoscopic biopsies in the clinical, endoscopic and pathologic approach of gastritis.

Material And Methods: Prospective study of 250 consecutive patients who underwent an upper G.