Hepatitis C in sub-Saharan Africa: the current status and recommendations for achieving elimination by 2030.

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Hepatitis C in sub-Saharan Africa: the current status and recommendations for achieving elimination by 2030.

The lancet. Gastroenterology & hepatology - 1 Dec 2017

Sonderup Mark W, Afihene Mary, Ally Reidwaan, Apica Betty, Awuku Yaw, Cunha Lina, Dusheiko Geoffrey, Gogela Neliswa, Lohouès-Kouacou Marie-Jeanne, Lam Phillip, Lesi Olufunmilayo, Mbaye Papa Saliou, Musabeyezu Emmanuel, Musau Betty, Ojo Olesegun, Rwegasha John, Scholz Barbara, Shewaye Abate B, Tzeuton Christian, Kassianides Chris, Spearman C Wendy

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In 2016, WHO adopted a strategy for the elimination of viral hepatitis by 2030. Africa, and more specifically, sub-Saharan Africa, carries a substantial portion of the global burden of viral hepatitis, especially chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis C virus infections. The task that lies ahead for sub-Saharan Africa to achieve elimination is substantial, but not insurmountable. Major developments in the management...

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DOI: 10.1016/S2468-1253(17)30249-2

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