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Case of Fatal Hepatitis Related to HEV-3 Infection in Central Italy.
Viruses - 30 Nov 2024
Borghi Monica, Graziani Alessandro, Marini Daniele, Madonna Elisabetta, Villano Umbertina, Suffredini Elisabetta, Vicenza Teresa, Mataj Elida, Bruni Roberto, Ciccaglione Anna Rita, Camilloni Barbara, Bozza Silvia
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Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is a global health problem, causing an estimated 20 million infections annually. Thus, the management of HEV requires special consideration. In developed countries, hepatitis E is mainly recognized as a foodborne disease (mainly transmitted via undercooked meat consumption) that is generally caused by genotype 3 and 4 circulating in various animals, including pigs and wild boars. The...
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