Question 206 · LEK · Helicobacter pylori infection

The indications for the treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection according to Maastricht IV recommendations include:

1) MALT gastric lymphoma;
2) patient’s wish caused by the fear of gastric cancer;
3) first line relatives with gastric cancer;
4) unexplained sideropenic anaemia;
5) vitamin B12 deficiency.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,3.
  2. B. 2,3.
  3. C. 1,3,5.
  4. D. 1,2,3,4.
  5. E. all the above.
Hint

Maastricht IV broadened eradication indications to hematologic findings, family risk and even an informed patient's request.

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