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Host Genetic Determinants Associated With Helicobacter pylori Eradication Treatment Failure: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Gastroenterology - 1 Nov 2021
Shah Shailja C, Tepler Adam, Chung Cecilia P, Suarez Giovanni, Peek Richard M, Hung Adriana, Roumie Christianne, Narula Neeraj
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BACKGROUND & AIMS: Helicobacter pylori infects approximately 50% of individuals worldwide. Successful H pylori eradication is associated with reduced risk of gastric cancer and peptic ulcer disease, among other conditions. We hypothesized that host genetic determinants, especially those affecting gastric pH, might contribute to eradication therapy failure, particularly when treatment adherence and antibiotic...
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