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H M el-Zimaity1, F W Jackson, D Y Graham

  • 1Baylor College of Medicine, VAMC, Houston, Texas, USA.

The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|October 23, 1997
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Omeprazole use may cause fundic gland polyps, even without H. pylori infection. This study describes six cases of these polyps developing during omeprazole therapy for Barrett's esophagus.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Omeprazole therapy can cause hypergastrinemia and gastric changes.
  • Fundic gland polyps are a potential side effect, particularly in patients with H. pylori infection.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report six cases of fundic gland polyps developing during omeprazole treatment for Barrett's esophagus.
  • To investigate the relationship between omeprazole use and fundic gland polyp formation in the absence of H. pylori.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of six patients treated with omeprazole (20 mg/day) for Barrett's esophagus.
  • Clinical follow-up and histological examination of fundic polyps.
  • Assessment of H. pylori status and serum gastrin levels.

Main Results:

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  • Fundic gland polyps developed in six patients after 1-5 years of omeprazole therapy.
  • Histology confirmed characteristic fundic gland polyps with cystic dilations.
  • None of the patients had H. pylori infection; serum gastrin levels were normal or slightly elevated.

Conclusions:

  • The findings suggest a possible causal link between omeprazole use and fundic gland polyps.
  • This association may occur in patients without H. pylori-associated gastritis.
  • Further research is warranted to elucidate the mechanism and clinical significance.