phlegmonous gastritis

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Gastritis marked by severe inflammation, chiefly of the submucous coat, with purulent infiltration of the stomach wall.

phlegmonous gastritis

[fleg′mənəs]

Etymology: Gk, phlegmone + osis, condition

a rare but severe form of gastritis involving the connective tissue layer of the stomach wall. It occurs as a complication of systemic infection, peptic ulcer, cancer, surgery, or other severe stress and represents an acute abdominal emergency. Treatment includes surgery, antibiotics, and analgesics.

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