Gastric ulcers caused by long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a rising public health concern, primarily linked to their role in developing peptic ulcers.
The review highlights various risk factors associated with NSAID use, including anticoagulant therapy, and discusses the clinical signs, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of these ulcers.
Recommendations for prevention include using selective COX-2 inhibitors instead of traditional NSAIDs and minimizing dosages for patients with other health conditions to reduce ulcer risk.