Accurate diagnosis of H. pylori infection remains both crucial and challenging today. In line with current guidelines, confirming eradication after antibiotic treatment is essential. Diagnostic ...

An invitation to undergo screening for Helicobacter pylori stool antigen did not reduce rates of gastric cancer incidence or mortality, according to results from a Taiwanese randomized trial. H.

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that infects the stomach and small bowel. It is often symptomless, but it can increase the risk of ulcers, gastritis, and cancer, all of which can ...

Improving treatment in H pylori infection could lead to better outcomes in peptic ulcer disease, gastric cancer, gastric lymphoma, and functional dyspepsia. Tetracycline-based bismuth quadruple ...

Serology. People infected with H. pylori generally have specific immunoglobulin (Ig)G and IgA antibodies circulating in their blood, and these can be detected by serologic tests. A small proportion of ...

According to gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi, several lesser-known but highly effective tests can offer deeper insights into ...