In most cases, anti-ulcer medications heal the ulcers quickly and effectively. Eradication of H. pylori prevents most ulcers from recurring. Surgery is rarely needed. However, some people do not respond to medication or they develop complications. They may require surgical intervention. The common types of surgery for ulcers are vagotomy, pyloroplasty, and antrectomy. For more information on surgery for peptic ulcers, please read this article.

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