Table 3.
Mean and standard deviation of carotid parameters in 333 study participants according to the long-lasting (H. pylori with atrophy/metaplasia/dysplasia), and current H. pylori (Hp) infection.
| Variables | Long-Lasting Hp Infection (n = 91) | Current Hp Infection (n = 75) | Hp Negative (n = 167) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean carotid cross-sectional area (mm²) | 17.4 ± 5.6 * | 15.1 ± 4.5 | 16.1 ± 5.1 |
| Mean Intima-media thickness (mm) | 0.77 ± 0.16 * | 0.72 ± 0.14 | 0.73 ± 0.14 |
| Right carotid plaques | |||
| No | 33 (36.2) | 79 (52.0) | 90 (53.9) |
| Yes | 58 (63.8) * | 36 (48.0) | 77 (46.1) |
| Left carotid plaques | |||
| No | 39 (42.9) | 43 (57.3) | 98 (58.7) |
| Yes | 52 (57.1) * | 32 (42.7) | 69 (41.3) |
| Any carotid plaque | |||
| 0 | 24 (26.4) | 35 (46.7) | 79 (47.3) |
| 1 | 23 (25.3) * | 15 (20.0) | 32 (19.2) |
| 2 | 44 (48.4) ** | 25 (33.3) | 56 (33.5) |
* p < 0.05; ** p < 0.01.