Helicobacter pylori infection and vitamin D

Abstract

The review examines the role of vitamin D in the pathogenesis of Helicobacter pylori-associated gastrointestinal diseases and its impact on the effectiveness of eradication therapy. Current data on the mechanism of interaction between vitamin D, Helicobacter pylori and the immune system are presented.

Keywords

• helicobacter pylori
• vitamin d
• immune system