Prevalence of hepatitis B and C virus infections in children infected with HIV.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
We evaluated the prevalence and transmission mode of hepatitis B and C in an inner-city, pediatric cohort of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected persons, as well as the demographic characteristics of the cohort. Hepatitis B or C was found in 13 (5.8%) of 228 children. This analysis suggests that chronic hepatitis is prevalent and should be routinely screened for in the pediatric HIV-infected population.
Medical subject headings
- HIV Infections
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C