A 22-year-old underwent brain surgery to remove a tumour. Following surgery, the patient experienced a peptic ulcer. This ulcer is referred to as a(n) _____ ulcer.
A) infectious
B) Cushing
C) H. pylori
D) Curling

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A Cushing ulcer is a type of peptic ulcer associated with brain injury or surgery, due to increased intracranial pressure leading to increased gastric acid secretion.

A 22-Year-Old Underwent Brain Surgery to Remove a Tumour