Common Locations for Gastric Ulcers

Gastric ulcers are a common type of peptic ulcer disease, primarily caused by an imbalance between aggressive factors and the stomach's protective mechanisms. These ulcers can develop in any part of the stomach, although they are most frequently found in the gastric angle and the lesser curvature of the antrum.

The primary location for gastric ulcers is at the junction between the pyloric gland area and the acid-secreting gland area of the stomach body, typically closer to the pyloric region. In elderly individuals, this transitional zone tends to shift upward, leading to a higher incidence of ulcers in the upper regions of the stomach. This upward migration of the ulcer site is a distinctive feature observed in older adults.

Understanding these patterns can help in early diagnosis and effective management of gastric ulcers across different age groups.