Realm of hepatitis E: Challenges and opportunities.
World J Exp Med
; 14(2): 90481, 2024 Jun 20.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38948414
ABSTRACT
Hepatitis E virus (HEV), responsible for widespread viral hepatitis, infects approximately 2.3 billion individuals globally, with a significant mortality burden in Asia. The virus, primarily transmitted through contaminated water and undercooked meat, is often underdiagnosed, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Current HEV treatments, while effective, are limited by adverse effects, necessitating research into safer alternatives. Moreover, HEV's extrahepatic manifestations, impacting the nervous and renal systems, remain poorly understood. This study underscores the imperative for enhanced HEV research, improved diagnostic methods, and more effective treatments, coupled with increased public health awareness and preventive strategies.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Language:
En
Journal:
World J Exp Med
Year:
2024
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Article
Affiliation country:
China
Publication country:
EEUU
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ESTADOS UNIDOS
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ESTADOS UNIDOS DA AMERICA
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EUA
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UNITED STATES
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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US
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USA