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Hepatitis B changes in epidemiological and molecular features of Afro-Brazilian communities, Central Brazil

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These results demonstrate a significant decrease in the number of individuals susceptible to HBV infection in FD and SB communities, but also the maintenance of high levels of chronic hepatitis… Click to show full abstract

These results demonstrate a significant decrease in the number of individuals susceptible to HBV infection in FD and SB communities, but also the maintenance of high levels of chronic hepatitis B infection, reinforcing the importance of offering HBV vaccine to all vulnerable populations. Epidemiological and molecular studies in Afro-descendant communities are needed for the design of effective strategies to prevent and control HBV infection in populations that are difficult to access. The author(s) declare(s) that there is no conflict of interest regarding the publication of this poster.

Keywords: epidemiological molecular; hepatitis; hepatitis changes; features afro; molecular features; changes epidemiological

Journal Title: Journal of Hepatology
Year Published: 2018

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