Prevalence of Delta hepatitis virus in Antananarivo, Madagascar.

doi:10.1016/j.idnow.2026.105333

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Prevalence of Delta hepatitis virus in Antananarivo, Madagascar.

Infectious diseases now - 1 Aug 2026

Ravaoharisoa Lucia Mélanie, Rakotoarivo Andry Toky, Rakotozafindrabe Rina, Delagarde Valérian, Brichler Ségolène, Rabenjanahary Tovo, Legal Frédéric, Randriamahazo Toky Rakotomalala

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INTRODUCTION: Hepatitis D virus (HDV) is a defective RNA virus that requires hepatitis B virus (HBV) for replication and is associated with severe liver disease. This study aimed to determine the serological and molecular prevalence of HDV infection and to characterize HDV genotypes among HBsAg-positive individuals in Antananarivo, Madagascar. METHODS: A prospective descriptive study was conducted from May to...

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PMID: 42431461
DOI: 10.1016/j.idnow.2026.105333

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