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Prevalence and factors associated with H. pylori infection in Saudi patients with dyspepsia.
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Abstract
backgroundHelicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a major cause of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and chronic active gastritis that may progress to gastric cancer. Globally, it has been estimated that 50% or more of the world's population is infected by H. pylori, making it the most widespread infection across the globe.
objectivesTo determine the prevalence of H. pylori infection and to identify factors associated with H. pylori infection in Saudi patients presenting with dyspepsia.
methodsIn this prospective cross-sectional study, a total of 404 gastric biopsies were endoscopically obtained from 404 patients with dyspepsia from September 2014 to April 2016 (Jazan Province, Saudi Arabia). The specimens were analyzed using the real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The data was examined using descriptive statistics as well as determining the prevalence, and employing Chi square and Fisher exact test. A p-value of ≤0.05 was considered statistically significant in examining the research hypotheses.
resultsThe overall prevalence of H. pylori in Jazan Province was 46.5% (95% CI: 41.7-51.4) and the prevalence was lower among those > 55 years old. Prevalence was higher among urban (50.0%; 95% CI: 43.1-56.8) versus rural (42.1%; 95% CI: 35.1-49.3), but with no significant difference. Prevalence did not show significant difference among different Body Mass Index (BMI) categories, ranging from 40.2% to 47.7%. The prevalence of H. pylori in females was 47.1% (95% CI: 40.4-53.9) versus 45.6% (95% CI: 38.7-52.6) in males. Histopathology findings were associated with H. pylori infection with prevalence of 58.1% among patients with chronic active gastritis, compared to 24.1% and 34.8% among mild and chronic gastritis, respectively.
conclusionOur results indicate that there is a high prevalence of H. pylori among Saudi patients with dyspepsia. Prevalence of H. pylori was high in ages below 55 years. Chronic active gastritis was significantly associated with H. pylori infection. In depth studies are needed to determine associated factors with of H pylori infection in the region.
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