Seroprevalence and Associated Factors of HBV and HCV among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care at Debre Tabor Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Ayenew AssefaTeklehayimanot KirosBirtukan DelelegnPublished in: International journal of microbiology (2023)
HBV infection in pregnant women was shown to have a high endemicity (13%) in this investigation, whereas the seroprevalence of HCV infection was low (0.5%). HBV infection was significantly associated with a history of blood transfusions, tattooing, and dental therapy. Screening pregnant women for HBV and HCV infections and providing effective therapy would ensure better outcomes for the newborn. In addition, health education must be used to increase knowledge of screening and modes of transmission.
Keyphrases
- pregnant women
- hepatitis b virus
- healthcare
- hepatitis c virus
- liver failure
- palliative care
- human immunodeficiency virus
- public health
- mental health
- emergency department
- type diabetes
- health information
- pregnancy outcomes
- metabolic syndrome
- climate change
- chronic pain
- cell therapy
- pain management
- acute care
- mesenchymal stem cells
- insulin resistance
- preterm birth
- tertiary care
- social media
- glycemic control