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Large-scale HEV genotype 3 outbreak on New Caledonia Island.
Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.) - 1 Apr 2025
Abravanel Florence, Vignon Clémence, Mercier Ambroise, Gaumery Jean-Baptiste, Biron Antoine, Filisetti Clément, Goujart Marie-Amélie, Colot Julien, Chamillard Xavier, Demortier Justine, Raz Maxime, Boutet Catherine, Dupont Laura, Duval Sylvie, Castric Catherine, Desoutter Denise, Desoutter Anais, Verge Marjorie, De Smet Clémentine, Demmou Sofia, Lhomme Sébastien, Gourinat Ann-Claire, Nicot Florence, Izopet Jacques
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Several symptomatic cases of HEV infections were reported to the New Caledonia Island Public Health Service between August and December 2023. This prompted epidemiological and virological investigations to identify the source of infection. APPROACH AND RESULTS: HEV RNA was assessed in symptomatic patients, various food items, and pig farms on the Island. HEV strains were characterized by...
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