Level of Knowledge on Helicobacter Pylori Infection among Patients in the Gastroenterology Department of a Hospital in Ate, 2023

Alexandra Huaman-Bendezu*, Edilberto Huaman-Bendezu and Luis Alejandro Porturas Izquierdo

Introduction:  Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a bacterium responsible for inflammation of the gastric mucosa. This bacterium causes chronic gastritis in more than 50% of the world’s population and, in about 10 to 15% of cases, can lead to gastric adenocarcinoma, gastroduodenal ulcers, and MALT lymphoma. Notably, H. pylori infection is more prevalent in less developed countries due to poor hygiene, lack of information, and overcrowding.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the level of knowledge about Helicobacter pylori infection in patients of the Gastroenterology Service from a hospital in Atein 2023.

Materials and Methods: An observational, descriptive, cross-sectional, prospective study was conducted at the hospital in Atein Lima, involving 352 adult patients who attended the gastroenterology outpatient clinic between October and December 2023. A validated survey consisting of 20 questions covering sociodemographic data and knowledge about H. pylori infection was used. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS v.25, using descriptive measures, including frequencies and percentages.

Results: The study consisted of 352 patients aged 35 to 60 years, predominantly women. It was identified that 42.6% had a low level of knowledge about H. pylori. Most had low knowledge about conceptual definitions (63.4%) and modes of infection (52.0%). Regarding complications, 44.88% were aware of the relationship with gastric cancer.

Conclusion: This study highlights the need to implement educational and awareness strategies to improve knowledge about H. pylori infection among patients. More research is warranted to understand the barriers to greater knowledge and develop effective interventions to overcome them.

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Published on: Nov 6, 2024 Pages: 1-6

Full Text PDF Full Text HTML DOI: 10.17352/gjpm.000013
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