Comparing Multiplex PCR and Rapid Urease Test in the Detection of H. pylori in Patients on Proton Pump Inhibitors

Background. This study was conducted to assess the diagnostic value of a multiplex PCR assay to detect H. pylori infection and to further evaluate the negative results from the CLOtest on patients with and without PPI treatment. Methods. This study is a retrospective cohort that included 457 patient...

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Main Authors: Thomas Chen, Xiangwen Meng, H. Zhang, Rebecca W. Tsang, Tat-Kin Tsang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2012-01-01
Series:Gastroenterology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/898276
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