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Pharmaceutical interference with the [14C] carbon urea breath test for the detection of Helicobacter pylori infection.
DN. Abrams, I. Koslowsky, G. Matte
J Pharm Pharm Sci 2000 May-Aug;3(2):228-33.
PubMed: 10994036
Abstract
Helicobacter pylori bacteria reside in the mucosal lining of the stomach where, due to a variety of factors, the infection predisposes patients to peptic ulcer disease. Detection of H. pylori is important in the treatment and follow-up of patients with peptic ulcer disease and the urea breath test is the method of choice. This article will briefly review the methods for diagnosing H. pylori, emphasizing the [(14)C]urea breath test. The agents which can interfere with the results of the breath test will be reviewed and the role of the consulting pharmacist will be discussed.
Associated compounds:
Compound Name
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Structure | Number of references |
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Urea | 1130 |