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No evidence of proton pump inhibitor link to gastric cancer

Jenny Blair, MD   |   Clinical Summary   |   10 January 2023
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A meta-analysis of the best observational data failed to uncover associations.

Takeaway

  • Current evidence suggests that taking proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) does not correlate with an increased risk for gastric cancer.
  • For providers considering discontinuing a PPI prescription, authors concur with recent American Gastroenterological Association suggestion to consider whether there is...

          

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