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[Helicobacter pylori infection in 755 patients with digestive complaints: Pasteur Institute, Morocco, 1998-2007]

H A H Joutei1, A Hilali, T Fechtali

  • 1Laboratoire d'Environnement, Faculté des Sciences et Techniques, Université Hassan II, Mohammedia, Maroc. mhhanaa@hotmail.com

Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal = La Revue De Sante De La Mediterranee Orientale = Al-Majallah Al-Sihhiyah Li-Sharq Al-Mutawassit
|August 31, 2010
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Helicobacter pylori infection is common in Moroccan patients with digestive issues, affecting 69% of those studied. The infection was most prevalent in chronic gastritis cases and individuals aged 40-50.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a significant pathogen causing various gastrointestinal disorders.
  • Understanding the prevalence and associated factors of H. pylori infection is crucial for public health in Morocco.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of H. pylori infection among patients with digestive complaints in Morocco.
  • To investigate epidemiological factors and gastrointestinal conditions associated with H. pylori infection.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 755 patients with digestive complaints from 1998-2007.
  • Endoscopy with histological examination for H. pylori diagnosis.
  • Statistical analysis of epidemiological data and gastrointestinal conditions.

Main Results:

  • Overall H. pylori infection prevalence was 69%.
  • Prevalence was significantly higher in the 40-50 age group compared to other age groups.
  • H. pylori was present in 92% of chronic gastritis cases.
  • Higher prevalence observed in the antrum (73%) versus corpus (21%) and pylorus (6%).

Conclusions:

  • H. pylori infection is highly prevalent in Moroccan patients presenting with digestive complaints.
  • Age (40-50 years) and chronic gastritis are significantly associated with H. pylori infection.
  • Gastric antrum is the most commonly infected site.

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