Article
Decreasing Hepatitis C Virus Infection in Thailand in the Past Decade: Evidence from the 2014 National Survey.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2016
Wasitthankasem Rujipat, Posuwan Nawarat, Vichaiwattana Preeyaporn, Theamboonlers Apiradee, Klinfueng Sirapa, Vuthitanachot Viboonsak, Thanetkongtong Napha, Saelao Siriporn, Foonoi Monthana, Fakthongyoo Apinya, Makaroon Jamorn, Srisingh Klaita, Asawarachun Duangporn, Owatanapanich Somchai, Wutthiratkowit Norra, Tohtubtiang Kraisorn, Yoocharoen Pornsak, Vongpunsawad Sompong, Poovorawan Yong
Abstract excerpt
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection affects ≥ 180 million individuals worldwide especially those living in developing countries. Recent advances in direct-acting therapeutics promise effective treatments for chronic HCV carriers, but only if the affected individuals are identified. Good treatment coverage therefore requires accurate epidemiological data on HCV infection. In 2014, we determined the current...
Topics
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Aged
- Child
- Child, Preschool
- Female
- Genotype
- Hepacivirus
- Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C Antibodies