RecruitingNCT07233447

Prevalence of H. Pylori in Stomach Cancers in the West Indies

Sponsor

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Guadeloupe

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Feb 24, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Oncology Epidemiology Risk Factors

Summary

The incidence and mortality of stomach cancer are higher in the French West Indies than in mainland France. The prevalence of H. pylori infection associated with this cancer remains unknown in these populations. The main objective of the study is to estimate the prevalence of H. Pylori detected by immunohistochemistry in patients newly diagnosed with cancer.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study in Guadeloupe is investigating how common H. pylori infection — a bacteria linked to stomach cancer — is among people diagnosed with stomach (gastric) cancer in the Caribbean region. Understanding this link may help improve prevention and treatment strategies. **You may be eligible if...** - You are over 18 years old - You have lived in Guadeloupe for more than 6 months - You have been diagnosed with primary (first-time) stomach cancer - You have read the information sheet and signed the consent form - You have French social security coverage **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You refuse to participate - You are unable to complete questionnaires - You are not covered by social security - You are under legal protection (guardianship or similar) - You are pregnant or breastfeeding - You are currently enrolled in another research study with an exclusion period still active Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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