Systematic review with meta ‐analysis: the worldwide prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection

ConclusionsThe observed differences between countries appear to be due to economic and social conditions. H. pylori infection can be a benchmark for the socioeconomic and health status of a country. Further studies are suggested to investigate the natural history of the acquisition of H. pylori infection from childhood into adult life.

Source: Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics - February 12, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: M. Zamani, F. Ebrahimtabar, V. Zamani, W. H. Miller, R. Alizadeh ‐Navaei, J. Shokri‐Shirvani, M. H. Derakhshan Tags: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW WITH META ‐ANALYSIS Source Type: research