Non-Vertical Exposures to HIV, HBV and HCV Infection in Children and Adolescents-Risk of Infection, Standards of Care and Postexposure Prophylaxis.

all children after the non-vertical exposure to HIV, HBV, and HCV infection should be evaluated by the Infectious Disease specialist as soon as possible after the incident and qualified to post-exposure prophylaxis. Systematic diagnostic and follow-up on children after significant needlestick exposure should be maintained. Children after sexual exposure need a multidisciplinary approach. Response to reported event must be rapid and treatment must be comprehensive.