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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Helicobacter Pylori Infection in Children and Young Adults

NCT05830357 · Status: UNKNOWN · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 667

Last updated 2023-04-26

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Summary

Helicobacter pylori is a gram-negative bacterium that resides in the stomach and can cause inflammation leading to long-term effects, such as gastric ulcers, cancer, and lymphoma of the stomach mucosal linings Previous research and analysis of H. pylori prevalence in populations have examined common risk factors that increase the likelihood of acquiring the bacteria. Some of the most commonly identified risk factors across various studies in different geographic populations are larger family size, less education, lower socioeconomic status, less frequent hygiene practices, and lower sanitation with specific emphasis on sources of water and defecation.

aim of the work: Studying prevalence of Helicobacter Pylori infection and its related risk factors in children and young adults in Sohag governorate.

Conditions

  • Helicobacter Pylori Infection

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Sohag University

    lead OTHER

Eligibility

Min Age
2 Years
Max Age
25 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2023-05-01
Primary Completion
2023-06-30
Completion
2023-09-30

Countries

  • Egypt

Study Locations

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