In Order to Determine the Effectiveness of Helicobacter Pylori Eradication

question 12

Multiple Choice

In order to determine the effectiveness of Helicobacter pylori eradication therapy,which of the following tests is usually performed?

• A) Gastroscopy
• B) Barium swallow
• C) Urea breath test
• D) Gastrointestinal biopsy

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Definitions:

Cardiovascular Disease

A general term for conditions affecting the heart or blood vessels, often related to atheroma or plaque build-up in the arteries.

Metabolic Equivalents

Units used to estimate the amount of energy expended during physical activity, compared to resting metabolic rate.

Typical Angina

Chest pain or discomfort, often described as pressure, squeezing, or fullness, caused by reduced blood flow to the heart, typically triggered by physical exertion or emotional stress.

Baseline EKG

An initial electrocardiogram used to measure the heart's electrical activity, serving as a reference for comparison with future EKGs.