H. Pylori Bacteria May Help Prevent Some Esophageal Cancers, National Cancer Institute Study
ScienceDaily (Oct. 13, 2008) — Some bacteria may help protect against the development of a type of esophageal cancer, known as adenocarcinoma, according to a new review of the medical literature. These bacteria, which are called Helicobacter pylori, live in the stomachs of humans.