Gastroscopy And Stomach Ulcer Biopsy: How Serious Is It?

When a stomach ulcer is detected during gastroscopy, it is standard practice to perform a pathological biopsy. However, this does not necessarily mean that the condition is severe. Stomach ulcers are considered precancerous lesions, which is why a biopsy is commonly performed to rule out the possibility of malignant transformation. The key difference between benign and cancerous ulcers is typically determined through histopathological analysis following the biopsy.

During the biopsy, if cancer cells or severely atypical cells are identified, it may indicate malignancy, which would require further evaluation and potentially more aggressive treatment. This is the scenario in which the situation becomes more serious. However, in most cases, the biopsy results show no signs of cancer or only mild changes, confirming a benign gastric ulcer.

Patients should not panic when a biopsy is recommended after detecting an ulcer during gastroscopy. It is important to wait patiently for the biopsy results before making any conclusions. If no abnormal cells are found, the ulcer can be treated with standard therapies, including acid-suppressing medications and agents that promote ulcer healing. Timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment significantly improve outcomes.