Helicobacter pyloriinfection has been associated with multiple diseases, including cardiovascular disease and hepatobiliary diseases, localized outside of the stomach, especially those characterized by a persistent and low-grade systemic inflammation. Here, the authors describe the most important studies published so far about a possible role ofH. pyloriin non-gastrointestinal diseases.
- Francesco Franceschi
- Giuseppe Zuccalà
- Antonio Gasbarrini