H.Pylori Infection
Conditions
Keywords
H.pylori infection
Brief summary
This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and clinical practices of general practitioners regarding the diagnosis and treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection. The study also seeks to identify the main barriers that prevent proper management of the condition. The central hypothesis is that gaps in knowledge and challenges in clinical practice contribute to variations in how general practitioners diagnose and treat H. pylori infection.
Detailed description
This study explores the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of general practitioners regarding the diagnosis and treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection. It also examines the barriers that may affect appropriate clinical decision-making in managing this common gastrointestinal condition. By assessing physicians' understanding of recommended diagnostic techniques, treatment regimens, and follow-up strategies, the study aims to identify areas where education or system-level improvements may be needed. The study hypothesizes that insufficient knowledge of current guidelines, limited access to diagnostic tests, and patient-related or system-related barriers contribute to inconsistent management of H. pylori infection among general practitioners. The findings may help inform future training programs and improve patient care outcomes.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Assiut University
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CROSSOVER
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
\- Licensed general practitioners actively working primary health care centers, outpatients clinics and general hospitals in Upper Egypt( Assuit, Minya, Sohag, Qena, luxor and Aswan).
Exclusion criteria
* Specialists in gastroenterology.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge | After history and examination by 1 hour. | Level of knowledge about H. pylori infection among General Practitioners Measured using a questionnaire of X items (e.g., 15 multiple-choice questions). The total knowledge score will be calculated as the percentage of correct answers. |
| Attitudes | After history and examination by 1 hour. | Attitudes of General Practitioners towards diagnosis and treatment of H. pylori infection Measured using an X-point Likert scale (e.g., 5-point) on Y items (e.g., 10 statements). A mean score will be calculated for each participant. |
| Practices | After history and examination by 1 hour. | Clinical practices of General Practitioners in managing H. pylori infection Measured using questions regarding frequency of testing and types of treatment regimens prescribed. Percentages for each practice will be calculated. |
| Perceived Barriers | After history and examination by 1 hour. | Barriers reported by General Practitioners in diagnosing and treating H. pylori infection Measured using a checklist or Likert scale containing specific barriers (e.g., lack of resources, time constraints, guideline clarity). Frequencies or scores for each barrier will be calculated. |
Contacts
Primary ContactMohanad Abd_Elaleem Sayed
Backup ContactMohamed Abdel-Sabour Mohamed Mekky Abdel-Sabour Mohamed Mekky
Outcome results
None listed