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Helicobacter pylori infection is a bacterial infection caused by Helicobacter pylori, a spiral-shaped bacterium that colonizes the stomach lining. It is a common cause of gastritis, peptic ulcers, and is associated with an increased risk of gastric cancer and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma. The term is widely used in modern clinical practice without significant synonyms or legacy labels.
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