Hyperglycemia combined Helicobacter pylori infection increases risk of synchronous colorectal adenoma and carotid artery plaque
Journal
Oncotarget
Journal Volume
8
Journal Issue
65
Pages
108655-108664
Date Issued
2017
Author(s)
Hu K.-C.
Chu C.-H.
Wang H.-Y.
Lin S.-C.
Po H.L.
Bair M.-J.
Liu C.-C.
Shih S.-C.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer have severe consequences to human health and may occur simultaneously or sequentially. Carotid artery plaque is a predictor of cardiovascular disease, and colorectal adenoma is a premalignant lesion of colorectal cancer. We investigated the core risk factors of carotid artery plaque and colorectal adenoma. RESULTS: < 0.0001). MATERIALS AND METHODS: . CONCLUSIONS: eradication may be warranted in higher prevalence areas.
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Publisher
Impact Journals LLC
Type
journal article