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Diversity, geographical distribution and predictive factors of Hepatitis C virus genotypes and subtypes in Rwanda.
Acta tropica - 1 Dec 2024
Uwimbabazi Jean Claude, Mutesa Léon, Mennechet Franck Jd, Muvunyi Claude Mambo, Kabanyana Jeanne Françoise, Habimana Rafiki Madjid, Mazarati Jean Baptiste, Mukagatare Isabelle, Iragena Jean de Dieu, Moussaoui Khalid El, Melin Pierrette, Hayette Marie-Pierre, Bontems Sébastien
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BACKGROUND: Existing data on the prevalence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotypes and subtypes in Rwanda need to be strengthened. The aim of this study was to identify HCV genotypes and subtypes among HCV-infected patients, as well as their geographical distribution in Rwanda, and to identify the social and economic factors that could influence HCV epidemiology which would make it possible to target national...
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