An Erosion of the Mucosal Layer of the Stomach or Duodenum

question 8

Multiple Choice

An erosion of the mucosal layer of the stomach or duodenum describes a

• A) diverticulum.
• B) Crohn's lesion.
• C) hiatal hernia.
• D) Peptic ulcer.

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