An ulcer of the duodenum following severe injury to the body.
A peptic ulcer that sometimes occurs following severe burns to the body; a form of stress ulcer.
Curling’s ulcer is a specific type of stress ulcer that develops in individuals who have experienced severe burns on their skin. This particular ulceration occurs as a result of the extensive skin damage caused by burns and is often associated with the physiological stress response triggered by such injuries. Curling’s ulcer is an important consideration in the medical management of burn patients, requiring specialized attention and care to mitigate its potential complications.
A duodenal or stomach ulcer that can develop after and is linked to severe skin burns.