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World J Gastroenterol. Sep 28, 2014; 20(36): 12781-12808
Published online Sep 28, 2014. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i36.12781
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Figure 2 Effects of Helicobacter pylori on host cells. Helicobacter pylori virulence factors can lead to apoptosis, vacuolization, disruption of barrier function (leading to nutrient leakage), de-differentiation, and carcinogenesis.