Epstein‑Barr Virus Emerges as a Key Marker of Gastric Inflammation in Pediatric Biopsies
Analysis of 507 gastric biopsies from 193 children revealed diverse microbial signatures, with HHV6/HHV7 frequently detected and EBV present in a consistent subset. H. pylori showed the strongest link to moderate‑to‑severe inflammation, while EBV also correlated with inflammation, including in H. pylori‑negative patients, highlighting complex pediatric gastric microbial interactions.
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