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Studies on Helicobacter pylori associated with patients attending some selected primary healthcare centres in Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria
Authors
Rabiu Ibrahim
Abstract
Helicobacter pylori infection is a major
public health problem globally, with high prevalence in developing countries
associated with poor sanitation, low standard of living, urban-rural disparity
and increased gastrointestinal pathologies. This study determined the
seroprevalence of H. pylori infection among Patients Attending Some Selected
Primary Health Care within Bauchi state, the total of 50 patients where tested
for the presence of H-pylori using rapid immunochromatographic strips. 44.8%
(112/250) were seropositive, and showed increased prevalence with the age
group, <15 years (8.0%), 18 – 39 years (23.5%) and 40 - 65 years (12.0%)
with no significant difference. High prevalence among males, 88 (35.2) compared
to 24 (9.6) females (p < 0.228). Significant association was observed with
marital status, high prevalence among married participants 63 (25.0) followed
by singles, 41 (16.4) (p <0.010). Similarly, significant prevalence was
observed among participants with non-formal education, 60 (24.0) followed by
primary education, 21 (8.4) (p < 0.51). While non-salary earners accounted
for 79 (31.6) (p < 0.244). The H. pylori seropositivity of 44.8% is relatively
low in region with previous reports of high prevalence and predisposing
risk factors. Further studies are needed to evaluate the effect of
environmental and occupational risk factors for better epidemiological
understanding of H. pylori infection and a template for intervention measures.
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How to cite this article:
Rabiu Ibrahim "Studies on <i>Helicobacter pylori</i> associated with patients attending some selected primary healthcare centres in Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria". International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 1-5
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