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The important role of early diagnosis and preventive management during a large-scale outbreak of hepatitis A in Thailand.
Pathogens and global health - 1 Oct 2013
Poovorawan Kittiyod, Chattakul Paiboon, Chattakul Sirirat, Thongmee Thanunrat, Theamboonlers Apiradee, Komolmit Piyawat, Poovorawan Yong
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INTRODUCTION: Acute hepatitis A is a worldwide public health problem especially in developing countries. Recently, a large, community-wide outbreak of hepatitis A occurred in the northeast part of Thailand. METHODS: Demographic and clinical data as well as blood samples were collected and analyzed from patients with acute hepatitis who attended the Buengkan Provincial Hospital from June to September 2012. About...
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