As evidence about the relationship between Helicobacter pylori infection and peptic ulcers accumulates, accurate testing and treatment are becoming increasingly important. However, big questions remain about the best strategies for detecting and managing this infection. In this article, the authors discuss the association between H pylori and peptic ulcer disease, the available tests for detecting the infection, and the latest treatment strategies for effective eradication. © 2005, Taylor and Francis Group, LLC. All rights reserved.
Peptic ulcer and Helicobacter pylori: Update on testing and treatment / Vaira D.; Gatta L.; Ricci C.; Tampieri A.; Cavina M.; Bernabucci V.; Miglioli M.. - In: POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE. - ISSN 0032-5481. - STAMPA. - 117:6(2005), pp. 17-46. [10.3810/pgm.2005.06.1654]
Peptic ulcer and Helicobacter pylori: Update on testing and treatment
Vaira D.;Gatta L.;Ricci C.;Bernabucci V.;
2005
Abstract
As evidence about the relationship between Helicobacter pylori infection and peptic ulcers accumulates, accurate testing and treatment are becoming increasingly important. However, big questions remain about the best strategies for detecting and managing this infection. In this article, the authors discuss the association between H pylori and peptic ulcer disease, the available tests for detecting the infection, and the latest treatment strategies for effective eradication. © 2005, Taylor and Francis Group, LLC. All rights reserved.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
