Prevalence of H. pylori in Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) in a tertiary care center, South India
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2019-12
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Siddharth Health Research and Social Welfare Society
Abstract
Introduction: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) has been linked with Helicobacter Pylori infection.
Objectives: The objective of the present study was to determine the prevalence of H pylori infection in adult ITP patients in a tertiary care center in South India.
Methods: 50 adult patients with ITP in the Department Hematology, Madras Medical College were recruited for a cross -sectional study over a period of 6 months. Biopsy from the antrum was subjected to Rapid urease test to detect H. pylori. A total of 50 patients participated in the study.
Result: The prevalence of H. pylori infection in ITP patients was 36%. The majority of patients were male (78%).
Conclusion: The diagnosis of H. pylori in ITP patients may be considered in high prevalent areas.
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Immune thrombocytopenic purpura, Helicobacter Pylori, Urease test
Citation
Antony A, Dr. C. Margaret, Karthick R, Ali M, Chenthil K. Prevalence of H. pylori in Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) in a tertiary care center, South India. International Journal of Medical Research & Review. 2019 Dec; 7(6): 520-525