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Treatment of Helicobacter Pylori Infection in Adults

• Published: June 2000
• Revised: 2009
• Topic: Gastroenterology
• Scope: Management
• Abstract: Peptic ulcer disease is a chronic condition of the stomach or duodenum. This guideline provides recommendations for the eradication of H.pylori and the management of peptic ulcer disease
• Target Population: Adult patients with a proven diagnosis of H.pylori associated peptic ulcer; positive for H.pylori with C13 UBT but no alarm features and not taking NSAIDs; patients prior to long term use of NSAIDs when UBT is positive.
• Exclusions:
  • • Children <18 years
  • • Pregnant/lactating women
• Working Group Membership: Family physicians, general practitioners, gastroenterologists, pediatric gastroenterologists, pathologist, radiologist, radiation oncologist, infectious disease specialist, representatives from the public and the Alberta Pharmaceutical Association