Abstract
Statistically significant linear correlations between geographic variations in salt consumption and mortality from gastric, but not duodenal ulcer, are reported. It is suggested that dietary consumption of salt is a risk factor in mortality from gastric ulcer.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Cerebrovascular Disorders / mortality
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Diet / adverse effects*
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Duodenal Ulcer / mortality
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Risk
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Sodium Chloride / adverse effects*
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Stomach Ulcer / chemically induced*
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Stomach Ulcer / mortality
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United States