Gastric acid suppressants and risk of pneumonia in elderly patients

Report By: Maria Doria - Assistant Physician Internal Medicine
Institution: Hospital Fernando Fonseca E.P.E.
Date Submitted: 26th August 2011
Last Modified: 17th October 2011
Status: Red (incomplete)

Three Part Question

In [elderly patients, defined as older than 65 years old] does [gastric acid suppressants versus non-use] represents an increase [risk of developing pneumonia]?