Is Helicobacter pylori Infection Prevalent in Middle East Countries?

Background: Helicobacter pylori is a pathogenic bacteria found in the gastric mucosa of both children and adults. Our goal was to use an endoscopic method look at prevalence H. with gastrointestinal complaints. Methods: This cross-sectional research conducted 2022 on pediatric patients who received or duodenal biopsies by endoscopy. We collected data from medical reports regarding patients' age, gender, location residence, type problems, frequency infection. Results: A total 2030 participated study. infection 259 cases (12.76%). There were no significant differences between two genders (P = 0.094). more common aged > 10 years < 0.001) residents Isfahan suburb 0.001). Conclusions: In comparison other locations, we similar incidence rate children. According our findings, greater ages are associated higher detection