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Figures & data
Figure 1 Patients flowchart.
Table 1 Characteristics of Patients Prescribed PPI (N=262)
Figure 2 Past Medical History (N=262). *Others: benign prostatic hyperplasia, malignant tumors, infections, retinopathy, constipation, liver disorders, and hernia.
Figure 3 Reasons for hospital admission (N=262). *Others: Benign prostatic hyperplasia, autoimmune disorder (Guillain-Barre syndrome), malignancies, psoriasis flares, anasarca, ascites, bladder stone, thyroid disorders, dyslipidemia, electrolyte disorders, hypo/hyperglycemic state, diabetic foot, oral candidiasis, dehydration, and vertigo.
Figure 4 Evaluation of the PPI regimen for patients who received PPI for appropriate indications during the hospital stay.
Table 2 Association Between Patient Characteristics and Appropriateness of PPI Indications During Admission and Discharge
Table 3 Cost Effect of Inappropriate PPIs Indications and Route of Administration