What patients should be tested for H. pylori?
Patients with active peptic ulcer disease or a history of documented peptic ulcer or gastric mucosa-associated lymphoma should be tested for H. pylori. Those who test positive should be treated to prevent recurrence of peptic ulcer or gastric mucosa-associated lymphoma. • What is the most important component of monitoring patients with GI disorders? The most important component of monitoring is reassessment of the patient at regular intervals to determine whether interventions to treat the GI disorder are effective. Monitoring of patients with GI disorders is essential to determine the efficacy of treatments, prevent (to the extent possible) recurrence of the disorder, and ensure that patients with GI disorders are as comfortable as possible.
