Direct detection of Helicobacter pylori from biopsies of patients in Lagos, Nigeria using real-time PCR—a pilot study

Direct detection of Helicobacter pylori from biopsies of patients in Lagos, Nigeria using real-time PCR—a pilot study

Abstract Objective Prompt diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection is essential for proper treatment and eradication of the pathogen because prolonged infection could lead to gastric cancer. Sensitive and cost effective diagnostic methods are key to guiding treatment options that will reduce morta...

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Main Authors: A. Ajayi, T. Jolaiya, S. I. Smith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
Subjects:
Helicobacter pylori
Diagnosis
Real-time PCR
Biopsy
Ulcer
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-021-05505-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-021-05505-y

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