H.pylori infection- African & International Perspectives

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Dr. Philip Abraham, Prof. Adamu Alhaji Samaila
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Gastroenterology
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H. Pylori infection
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Dr. Philip Abraham briefly presents the historical background of H. pylori, its prevalence in developed and developing countries, transmission and recurrence. He further explains the diagnostic tests along with its positive & negative predictive values, treatment options with dual resistance, and concomitant versus sequential therapy.

Prof. Adamu Alhaji Samaila speaks about the prevalence of H. pylori in Africa, reasons, risk factors, preventive measures, and the role of healthcare professionals in preventing this infection.

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