Localised defect extending at least into submucosa
- First part of duodenum, junction of antral/body mucosa, distal oesophagus most common sites
- Caused by - hyperacidity, H. pylori, NSAIDs/smoking
Complications
- Haemorrhage - acute and/or chronic Anaemia
- Perforation - peritonitis/ penetration into adjacent organ (liver,..)
- Stricturing - hour-glass deformity