A 36-year-old with new diagnosis of H. pylori completed 14-day bismuth quadruple therapy. Which test and timing confirms eradication?...

Question

A 36-year-old with new diagnosis of H. pylori completed 14-day bismuth quadruple therapy. Which test and timing confirms eradication?

Accepted Answer

Urea breath test ≥4 weeks after therapy (and ≥2 weeks off PPI)

Answer

Stool antigen test at 1 week after therapy

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Serology now

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EGD immediately

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No test needed if asymptomatic

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