Abstract:

Chronic gastritis is one of the most prevalent disorders seen in gastrointestinal clinics, however, its etiology and clinical manifestations remain unclear. Nowadays, it is widely accepted that Helicobactor pylori (Hp) infection is the primary cause of chronic gastritis, and most patients have no visible symptoms, with the exception of dyspepsia in a small number of individuals. It is thought that Hp-related chronic gastritis may develop into intestinal metaplasia, dysplasia, and, eventually, intestinal-type gastric cancer. As a result, the therapy of chronic gastritis often includes Hp eradication, gastric mucosa protection, and gastroprokinetic medications. However, the efficacy is just marginally adequate. The author discusses the definition, clinical characteristics, and clinical therapy of chronic gastritis in order to help clinicians gain a better grasp of the disease′s clinical importance and to provide guidance for appropriate disease management.

Key words: Chronic gastritis, Helicobactor pylori, Diagnosis, Clinical significance, Treatment