Which of the following is the most common cause of chronic gastritis worldwide?
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Correct answer: Helicobacter pylori infection
Helicobacter pylori is a spiral-shaped bacterium that colonizes the gastric mucosa and is responsible for the vast majority of cases of chronic gastritis. It typically manifests as an antral-predominant gastritis in its initial stages.
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