Helicobacter pylori infection in patients undergoing appendectomy.
Title | Helicobacter pylori infection in patients undergoing appendectomy. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2002 |
Authors | Pavlidis, T. E., Atmatzidis K. S., Papaziogas B. T., Souparis A., Koutelidakis I. M., & Papaziogas T. B. |
Journal | Swiss Surg |
Volume | 8 |
Issue | 3 |
Pagination | 110-2 |
Date Published | 2002 |
ISSN | 1023-9332 |
Keywords | Acute Disease, Adolescent, Adult, Aged, Appendectomy, Appendicitis, Appendix, Female, Greece, Helicobacter Infections, Helicobacter pylori, Humans, Male, Middle Aged |
Abstract | AIMS: Helicobacter pylori has been found in the upper gastrointestinal tract; it is incriminated as aetiological factor in various pathological conditions. This prospective study assesses the presence of this microorganism in the appendix flora and the possible role of its infection in the pathogenesis of acute appendicitis. |
DOI | 10.1024/1023-9332.8.3.110 |
Alternate Journal | Swiss Surg |
PubMed ID | 12125333 |