4. Chronic Peptic Ulcer, Stomach - Low Power
Image shows deep zone of fibrous tissue, which extends into the superficial muscularis propria. Because chronic peptic ulcers are large and heal by fibrosis, they may leave anatomic evidence of their prior existence. Compare the gross and microscopic features of a chronic peptic ulcer with an acute gastric ulcer.

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