Article
Helicobacter pylori infection is associated with the risk and phenotypes of cholelithiasis: A multi-center study and meta-analysis.
World journal of gastroenterology - 21 Dec 2024
Yao Shuo-Yi, Li Xin-Meng, Cai Ting, Li Ying, Liang Lun-Xi, Liu Xiao-Ming, Lei Yu-Feng, Zhu Yong, Wang Fen
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a prevalent pathogen associated with various diseases. Cholelithiasis is also a common condition. H. pylori infection has been identified in the biliary system, suggesting its potential involvement in biliary diseases. However, the specific role of H. pylori in the development of cholelithiasis remains inconclusive. AIM: To investigate the potential association...
Topics
- Humans
- Cholelithiasis
- Helicobacter pylori
- Helicobacter Infections
- Retrospective Studies
- Female
- Middle Aged
- Male
- Phenotype
- China
- Risk Factors
