Pathogenic Characteristics of Upper Gastrointestinal Diseases in the Elderly

As China has become an aging country, the incidence of upper gastrointestinal diseases among the elderly in China has also increased.However, as one of the special populations, the incidence of upper gastrointestinal diseases must have its own characteristics.Therefore, by summarizing the characteristics of common upper gastrointestinal diseases in the elderly, this paper provides a theoretical reference for clinicians in the diagnosis and treatment of upper gastrointestinal diseases in the elderly, so as to better escort the health of the elderly. Key words: Elderly patients; Upper gastrointestinal diseases; Pathogenic characteristics