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Sensitivity and specificity of diagnostic tests for Helicobacter pylori in patients with bleeding ulcera
| Test | No. of studies | No. of patients | Sensitivity (%) (range) | Specificity (%) (range) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urease test | 16 | 1,417 | 67 (64-70) | 93 (90-96) |
| Histology | 10 | 817 | 70 (66-74) | 90 (85-94) |
| Culture | 3 | 314 | 45 (39-51) | 98 (92-100) |
| UBT | 8 | 520 | 93 (90-95) | 92 (87-96) |
| Stool antigen test | 6 | 377 | 87 (82-91) | 70 (62-78) |
| Serology | 9 | 803 | 88 (85-90) | 69 (62-75) |
Data from reference 169.
