Helicobacter pylori infection

• Published in: Annals of internal medicine Vol. 138; no. 1; p. 46
• Main Authors: Chan, F K, Chung, S C, Suen, B Y, Javid, G
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia American College of Physicians 07.01.2003
• Subjects: Bacteria; Infections; Medical research; Stomach; Ulcers

Several studies pertaining to Helicobacter pylori infection are discussed. A recent study found that H. pylori eradication can reduce ulcer bleeding in aspirin users, while another found that oral omeprazole improves outcomes in ulcer bleeding.