Study: GI Personnel Appear to Face Higher Risk of H. Pylori Infection

A review of 15 studies finds gastroenterologists and their assistants appear to face a higher risk of Helicobacter pylori infection than other groups, according to a study in BMC Infectious Diseases.

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By: Staff

 

However, researchers said a valid assessment of occupational exposure risks would depend on the choice of control group.

 

Of the relevant 15 studies reviewed, eight showed a statistically significant higher risk of infection for gastroenterologists and five for their assistants. The oral-oral route seemed to be the main transmission route.

 

Read the BMC Infectious Diseases report on Helicobacter pylori infection.

 

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