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Helicobacter pylori prevalence in study subjects, by age and sex
| Age categories, yr | Subjects, no. | Positive UBT, % |
|---|---|---|
| Men | ||
| 18-44 | 209 | 21.1 |
| 45-64 | 277 | 24.9 |
| ≥65 | 111 | 34.2 |
| All ages (total) | 597 | 25.3 |
| Women | ||
| 1-44 | 304 | 17.4 |
| 45-64 | 360 | 22.2 |
| ≥65 | 132 | 31.1 |
| All ages (total) | 796 | 21.9 |
| All participants | 1,393 | 23.3 |
| UBT = urea breath test. | ||
