Prevalence of hepatitis B and C virus infections and their related risk factors in Libya: a national seroepidemiological survey
(East. Mediterr. health j).
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ABSTRACT
A high prevalence of hepatitis B [HBV] and C virus [HCV] infections has been reported among specific patient groups in Libya; a survey was thus designed to determine the extent of the problem at the national level. A multi-stage sampling design covering all administrative areas of Libya was applied, covering > 65 000 individuals of all age groups. All subjects gave a blood sample and completed a questionnaire on demographic and risk behaviour data. The prevalence of HBV surface antigen [HBsAg] and anti-HCV were 2.2% and 1.3% respectively. The prevalence of anti-HCV increased with age, rising gradually after age 30 years, in contrast to a stable prevalence of HBsAg in all age groups 10+ years. Age-adjusted risk factors for HCV infection were previous hospitalization, surgical operations, previous blood transfusions and intravenous drug use; for HBV infection only family exposure or contact with HBV case were identified
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Assunto principal:
Estudos Soroepidemiológicos
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Vírus da Hepatite B
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Prevalência
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Inquéritos e Questionários
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Fatores de Risco
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Hepatite C
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Hepacivirus
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Anticorpos Anti-Hepatite C
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Hepatite B
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Antígenos de Superfície da Hepatite B
Idioma:
En
Revista:
East. Mediterr. health j
Ano de publicação:
2013