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[HCV genotyping in health professionals: controversies and perspectives].
Giornale italiano di medicina del lavoro ed ergonomia - 1 Jan 2000
Vonesch N, Tomao P, Martini A, D'Ovidio M C, Melis P, Signorini S
Abstract excerpt
Healthcare workers (HCW) are at risk of acquiring blood-borne infections, including HCV Although current evidence does not suggest an increased prevalence of HCV infection among HCW, transmission of infection following occupational exposure has been demonstrated. Moreover, HCV can establish a persistent, chronic infection contributing to progressive liver disease, and post-exposure prophylaxis against HCV...
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