Prevalence and risk factors of Helicobacter pylori infection in Korea: Nationwide multicenter study over 13 years

Abstract

A decreasing trend of H. pylori seroprevalence due to a birth cohort effect requires further studies on its related human host factors as well as socio-economic and hygienic factors. In addition, the relationship between H. pylori infection and high cholesterol level needs more investigation regarding underlying pathogenesis.