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How to Order An awe-inspiring amount of knowledge has been acquired about Helicobacter pylori biology over the last decade. The diversity of approaches employed by scientists from different fields and the sheer numbers of publications produced make it difficult for even the most diligent reader to stay abreast of progress on this fascinating pathogen. In this book leading international scientists distil exciting findings from this vast body of literature to produce comprehensive and topical reviews on the molecular and cellular biology of H. pylori. The book begins with background chapters covering the history, taxonomy, and epidemiology of H. pylori infection, since these topics are paramount to an integrated understanding of H. pylori infection and associated diseases. It continues with chapters on host responses including immunity, apoptosis and animal models followed by chapters on virulence factors and vaccine development.