Helicobacter pylori Infection: Diagnosis and Therapy

Authors

  • Darius Hartanto Faculty of Medicine, North Sumatera University, Medan, Indonesia, Medical Doctor of Sathya Sai Primary Clinic, Jakarta, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/ajms.v12i4.34506

Keywords:

Helicobacter pylori, microaerophilic, antibiotics

Abstract

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a spiral shape gram-negative bacillus and have flagella for motility in mucus environment. H. pylori is microaerophilic organism, slow growing and requires complex growth media in vitro. H. pylori infecting more than 50% populations in worldwide. Prevalence of H. pylori infection is higher in developing countries compared to developed one, and indicates that socioeconomic and living standard may play a major role in the distribution. This study aims to provide an overview of how to diagnose and manage Helicobacter pylori infection. This study reviewed various sources then reviewed as a literature review. The most successful regimens are triple and quadruple combinations, which consist of a PPI and two or three antibiotics for 7 – 14 days. Patient’s compliance and the use of drug to which strain of H. pylori has not acquired resistance are the most important factors in successful H. pylori treatment.

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Published

2021-04-01

How to Cite

Hartanto, D. (2021). Helicobacter pylori Infection: Diagnosis and Therapy. Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, 12(4), 145–148. https://doi.org/10.3126/ajms.v12i4.34506

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Review Articles