Molecular Detection of Helicobacter Pylori Among Patients Attending General Hospital Potiskum, Yobe State, Nigeria
Journal Title: Journal of Clinical Immunology & Microbiology - Year 2025, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
This study investigated on the detection of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection among patients attending General Hospital Potiskum, Yobe State, Nigeria. Three diagnostic methods were employed: antibodies test, antigen screening test and PCR screening. A high prevalence of H. pylori infection was observed, with an overall positive rate of 87.5% using the antibodies test, 75.00% using the antigen screening test and 70.50% using PCR screening. The prevalence varied based on gender, age, socio-economic status, education and location. Females and individuals from low socio-economic backgrounds were found to have slightly higher prevalence rates. Middle-aged individuals and certain hospital locations also showed higher infection rates. The findings highlight the need for increased awareness and targeted interventions to address the burden of H. pylori infection in the region. Further research is necessary to explore the specific factors contributing to the observed variations in prevalence and to develop effective prevention and treatment strategies.
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Ahmed Idriss Jajere1*, Maryam Bulama Dagona1
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- DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.46889/JCIM.2025.6101
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