Beyond h. pylori: a hidden stomach bacteria may influence cancer risk
NCT ID NCT07770126
First seen Aug 18, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether certain Helicobacter bacteria other than H. pylori are present in people with various stomach conditions, including chronic gastritis, precancerous changes, and gastric cancer. Researchers will analyze biopsy samples from about 150 patients to measure how common these bacteria are and how they might affect gene expression related to stomach mucus. The goal is to better understand if these bacteria contribute to the development of stomach diseases and cancer.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- No intervention; observational study of biopsy samples
- What this could lead to
- If a link is found, it could point to new ways to prevent or treat stomach diseases and cancer caused by these bacteria.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to everyone, and more research will be needed.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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AZ Groeninge
RECRUITINGKortrijk, 8500, Belgium
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AZ Maria Middelares
RECRUITINGGhent, 9000, Belgium
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UZA
RECRUITINGEdegem, 2650, Belgium
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