A review of Campylobacter pylori in upper gastrointestinal disease.
The organism Campylobacter pylori is frequently found in association with gastritis and peptic ulcer disease. Whether it is the cause, a contributory factor or a simple commensal is not known but there is evidence to support a pathological role. Current research may alter our understanding of the causes of upper gastrointestinal disease and have important implications for treatment.
D002167:Campylobacter / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D002169:Campylobacter Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000382:microbiology; D005753:Gastric Mucosa / Q000382:microbiology; D005756:Gastritis / Q000382:microbiology*; D006801:Humans; D010437:Peptic Ulcer / Q000382:microbiology*