Condition Article

Helicobacter pylori Infections

H. Pylori is a bacterium that can infect the stomach. Being infected is associated with an increased risk of developing peptic ulcers. Learn more.

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Definition

H. Pylori is a bacterium that can infect the stomach. Being infected is associated with an increased risk of developing peptic ulcers. Learn more.

Concept record

Canonical title: Helicobacter pylori Infections
Alphabetical key: H
Category: Infectious Disease
Content type: Condition Article
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: H. pylori infections
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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