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Hepatitis B virus prevalence and transmission in the households of pregnant women in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo

Camille Morgan
Patrick Ngimbi
Sarah Ntambua
Martine Tabala
Michael Emch
Peyton Thompson
Melchior Mwandaglirwa Kashamuka
Kimberly A. Powers
Jessie K. Edwards
Linda James
Nana Mbonze
Marcel Yotebieng
Samuel Mampunza
Jolie Matondo
Alix JN Boisson-Walsh
Jonathan B. Parr

20231 citationOpen accessUniversité de Kinshasa (UNIKIN)

Abstract

Vertical and horizontal HBV transmission within households is ongoing in Kinshasa. Factors associated with infection reveal opportunities for HBV prevention efforts, including perinatal prevention, protection during sexual contact, and sanitation of shared personal items.

Research topics

Hepatitis B Virus Studies
Hepatitis C virus research
Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1101/2023.11.27.23298863

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