The Loiano‐Monghidoro population‐based study of <i>Helicobacter pylori</i> infection: prevalence by ¹³C‐urea breath test and associated factors

Abstract

This large population-based study showed a prevalence of H. pylori infection higher than that reported by serologic surveys in urban areas. Current H. pylori infection was strongly associated with indicators of lower socioeconomic status, alcohol consumption and increasing age. A role of H. pylori infection in determining epigastric pain was suggested.