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Review article: bacteria and pathogenesis of disease in the upper gastrointestinal tract – beyond the era of <i>Helicobacter pylori</i>
24 Feb 2014
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BACKGROUND: Study of the upper gastrointestinal microbiome has shown that other bacteria besides Helicobacter pylori flourish despite the hostile environment. Whilst H. pylori is the most studied bacteria in this region with a defined role in inflammation and neoplasia, it is apparent that other bacteria may contribute to UGI disease. AIM: To review current knowledge of bacteria inhabiting the oesophagus, stomach...
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