Diagnosis and Management of Gastroenteropathy Asssociated to Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
Abstract: Non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is a group of drugs used to treat pain,
inflammation, and fever. High consumption of NSAIDs associated with high
gastrointestinal side effects. Common complaint from patients, which ranging
from mild heartburn to the onset of gastrointestinal bleeding, often
complicates the adequate administration of NSAIDs. Various methods have been
developed to reduce the likelihood of gastroenteropathy complication. Early
diagnosis, appropriate prompt treatment, as well as adequate monitoring will
reduce morbidity and mortality from complications due to NSAIDs. This paper
will discuss the diagnosis and management of gastro-enteropathy NSAID through
approaching the underlying pathophysiology.
Keywords: non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs); gastropathy; enteropathy
Author: Stella Ilone,
Marcellus Simadibrata
Journal Code: jpkedokterangg160414
