Geographic distribution of the cagA, vacA, iceA, oipA and dupA genes of Helicobacter pylori strains isolated in China

ConclusionsThere was significant geographic diversity ofH. pylori genotypes in different regions of China and the presence ofdupA gene can be considered as a marker for the development of gastroduodenal diseases. However, thecagA,iceA,vacA andoipA genes cannot be regarded for prediction of the clinical presentation ofH. pylori infection in China.
Source: Gut Pathogens - Category: Microbiology Source Type: research