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Does gastric ulcer show on ct scan (w/ or w/o contrast)?
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Maybe not: The definitive test is egd - see your doctor.
Answered 6/17/2015
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Endoscopy: The best way to diagnose an ulcer in the stomach is by direct visualization via an endoscopy.. The ct scan will show an abnormality but it may not be as specific.
Answered 6/17/2015
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