Etiology and Classification of Gastritis - Disease Encyclopedia

by snakeszf1 on 2008-12-22 12:42:43

Gastritis refers to the inflammatory changes in the gastric mucosa caused by various factors, which can be either acute or chronic. It is divided into two types: acute and chronic gastritis. (1) Acute Gastritis: The causes of acute gastritis are varied and can be induced by pathogenic microorganisms and their toxins, such as infections by Salmonella or halophilic bacteria, etc.