Abstract
The availability of non-invasive tests for the detection of Helicobactor pylori infection in primary care is increasing. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recently labelled H. pylori as a Class 1 carcinogen. We describe how frequently general practitioners (GPs) inform patients of this association prior to offering an H. pylori serology test, and discuss the possible consequences of withholding this information.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 311-312 |
| Journal | British Journal of General Practice |
| Volume | 47 |
| Issue number | 418 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 May 1997 |
Keywords
- general practitioner
- plyori infection
- gastric cancer
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine
- General Health Professions
