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The use of steroid suppositories in the treatment of chronic active hepatitis complicated by peptic ulceration

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Abstract

Because of intolerance to oral steroids, a patient with Chronic Active Hepatitis and an active gastric ulcer was treated with rectal steroids in addition to azathioprine and carbenoxolone sodium. The liver function tests showed a marked improvement with this therapy, and the gastric ulcer healed. The possible advantages of steroid administration by suppositories are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)76-77
Number of pages2
JournalActa Hepato-Gastroenterologica
Volume26
Issue number1
StatePublished - 1979
Externally publishedYes

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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