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Genotypic distribution of hepatitis B virus in the Czech Republic: a possible association with modes of transmission and clinical outcome.
European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology - 1 Nov 2003
Krekulova Laura, Rehak Vratislav, da Silva Filho Hermes Pedreira, Zavoral Miroslav, Riley Lee W
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: The relationship between hepatitis B virus (HBV) genotype with disease or treatment outcome is beginning to be characterized. However, the link between genotype and disease transmission route has not been closely examined. We addressed this question in high-risk populations in Prague, Czech Republic. DESIGN: Patients with HBV infection were consecutively recruited into the study at an outpatient clinic...
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