Helicobacter Pylori Infection as the Cause of Giant Ulcer in Anthrum Gaster

Ida Ayu Pradnya Paramita

Abstract: Male, 70 years old, Balinese came with hematemesis. It is found that there is no previous history taking of NSAIDs. Howerver, he was in abdominal discomfort since 2 month prior admission to hospital. His esofagogastroduodenoscopy revealed giant ulcer in anthrum gaster. Histopathologic examination revealed a spherical and rod like organism and limphoplasmacytic, polymophonuclear cell appearance, specific for Helicobacter pylori gastritis. He was in eradication therapy using triple drug regiment for 10 days showing a good outcome.

Keywords: Helicobacter Pylori, Giant ulcer