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Prevalence and genotype distribution of hepatitis C virus within hemodialysis units in Thailand: role of HCV core antigen in the assessment of viremia.
BMC infectious diseases - 22 Jan 2022
Chuaypen Natthaya, Khlaiphuengsin Apichaya, Prasoppokakorn Thaninee, Susantitaphong Paweena, Prasithsirikul Wisit, Avihingsanon Anchalee, Tangkijvanich Pisit, Praditpornsilpa Kearkiat
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BACKGROUND: Individuals with end-stage renal disease have a higher risk of hepatitis C virus (HCV) acquisition during long-term hemodialysis (HD). Our report was designed to investigate HCV prevalence and genotype, in addition to the clinical use of HCV core antigen (HCVcAg), within multiple HD facilities in Thailand. METHODS: This cross-sectional report was investigated between January and June 2019. HCV...
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