The Seroprevalence of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) in Hemodialysis Patients in Oman: A National Cross-Sectional Study

The Seroprevalence of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) in Hemodialysis Patients in Oman: A National Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract Background HCV infection in hemodialysis units is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. The risk of HCV infection among dialysis patients is higher compared to the general population due to high potential blood exposures in hemodialysis settings. This study aims to assess the nati...

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Main Authors: Intisar Al Shukri, Adil Al Wahaibi, Hanan Al kindi, Yaqoub Al-Maimani, Amal Al Maani, Abdullah Alqayoudhi, Mersum C. Methew, Jini Pradeesh, Raiya Al Abrawi, Abdo Debs, Nabila Mansoor, Ahmed AlRahbi, Wadha Al Balushi, Mahmood Alharrasi, Badriya Al Mamari, Magda Fakhry Soliman, Afraa Alsenaidi, Mohammed Al Alawi, Omaima Al Ismaili, Seif Al-Abri, Amina Al-Jardani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Springer 2023-09-01
Series:Journal of Epidemiology and Global Health
Subjects:
Hepatitis C virus
Seroprevalence
Dialysis unit
Oman
Cross-sectional
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s44197-023-00149-6

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https://doi.org/10.1007/s44197-023-00149-6

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