The efficacy and safety of acid suppressants for gastrointestinal bleeding prophylaxis in cardiac care unit patients.

Chen ChenHui LiuRuqiao DuanFangfang WangLi Ping Duan

Published in: Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology (2021)

Proton pump inhibitors and H2RAs for GIB prophylaxis in CCU patients were not associated with a lower risk of CIGIB than the controls. PPI therapy is associated with increased risks of HAP and in-hospital mortality in patients over 75 years old. PPIs may increase the risk of HAP in patients with heart failure.

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