Helicobacter pylori Infection and Vaccination: Current Standoff

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is the most common bacterial infection worldwide. The colonization by this microorganism in the gastric microniche usually starts in childhood but cannot be eliminated until effective treatment is applied. Many researchers in this field are defending the current practice of eradicating the bacterium using available antibiotics. In contrast, others recommend that we should increase the pressure for vaccination in...