Share of afghanistan populace in hepatitis B and hepatitis C infection's pool: is it worthwhile?

Khan, Sanaullah; Attaullah, Sobia

doi:10.1186/1743-422x-8-216

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“…The prevalence of and HBsAgseropositivityHBc antibody in the current study was 3% and1.1%, respectively. These values are similar to those reported in other provincial research papers reported from Jalalabad and Mazar-e-Sharif [13,[23][24]. The prevalence of the HCV antibody was high in men, older subjects, and illiterates.…”

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“…Most at risk population to hepatitis include injecting drug users and female sex workers, while truck drivers, prisoners and homosexual men needs attention. This review was based on analysis of the limited available data in Afghanistan [13]. According to a meta-analysis prevalence of HCV in Afghanistan estimated at 0.7% among the general population and 31.8% among people who inject drugs (PWID) and 2.5% among populations at intermediate risk.…”

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Descriptive Study of Hepatitis B, C and HIV Infections and Associated Factors among Adult Population in Kabul City, 2015

Saeed¹

2017

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-Background: Viral infections are global public health problem. Shortage of information about Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) and HIV/AIDS prevalence in Afghanistan is very clear. This study aimed to describe the prevalence and risk factors associated with HBV, HCV and HIV infection among adult population of Kabul city. Methods and Materials: A province based cross-sectional survey among adult population (25-70 years) of Kabul city was conducted in November, 2015 using a WHO STEP wise tool. A total of 1174 adult citizens in Kabul city were included in the study. Demographic, socioeconomic and lifestyle factors were collected by face to face questionnaire. Blood samples were collected and rapid tests were used to find the prevalence of HBV, HCV, and HIV infections. Data management was done using Epi info v.7 and SPSS v.20. Results:The overall prevalence of HBV using HBsAg and Anti-HCV rapid tests were 3 % (35/1174) and 1.1% (13/1374) respectively. Only two individuals were positive for HIV infection out 100 samples under confirmatory test. Of total 1174 records females constituted almost half 599 (51%) with overall mean age of 38.6±12.2 years. Females were slightly more in all age groups. Approximately half of the respondents (49.6%) were illiterates while the proportion of illiteracy was more in all age groups. Two third of the study subjects were married (77.5%) and 60% of women were housewives. Risky behaviors such as tattooing, hospitalizations, history of jaundice, living with hepatitis patients and undergoing dental procedures were common among positive subjects. Conclusion: A prevalence rate of 3%, 1.1% for HBsAg and anti-HCV and two cases of HIV infection apparently represents a trigger point for action in Kabul city. Public awareness and health education regarding risk factors for viral hepatitis and encouragement for vaccination is recommended. National program for blood borne viral diseases are an axis for focus of government and donors.

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Descriptive Study of Hepatitis B, C and HIV Infections and Associated Factors among Adult Population in Kabul City, 2015

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2017

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“…The main routes of HBV transmission are the sexual and parenteral routes [94]. Blood and its products remain major causes of HBV transmission in Arab countries; most of which fail to fulfill the criteria of a modern, safe blood transfusion system.…”

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Hepatitis B and C virus infections among pregnant women in Arab and African countries

Gasim

Murad

Adam

2013

J Infect Dev Ctries

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Introduction: The epidemiology of viral hepatitis during pregnancy is of paramount importance for health planners and program managers. Data on viral hepatitis during pregnancy are not readily available in many African and Arab countries. Both regions have their own unique geography, and comprise over 59 states with crossover and interaction of different cultures. Methodology: A systematic electronic search of the published literature was conducted and data on epidemiology and risk factors of maternal hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and hepatitis C (HCV) infection in Arab and African countries were extracted from relevant studies. Results: The serology of hepatitis viruses varies greatly among these countries, with different viral genotype patterns. Such a variation in prevalence could be explained by the different risk factors involved. Sexual contact, perinatal infection, blood and its derivatives, hemodialysis, intravenous and percutaneous drug use, and occupational, habitual, and social behavior have been identified as risk factors for hepatitis transmission in various settings in these countries. Conclusions: Infection from hepatitis B and C viruses imposes major socioeconomic and even political burdens on such young and dynamic societies. Thus strategies and clear policies of intervention are required to combat the consequences of hepatitis B and C at both the regional and national levels.

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“…In 2005 it is estimated that 7% of the general population have chronic HBV infection [24]. A meta-analysis estimates the prevalence of 1.9% for HBV and 1.1% for HCV in general population [25]. The proportion of HBV in IDUs ranged from 5.8-6.5%, with an overall prevalence of 6.15% while the prevalence of HCV in same population was 36.4 % [26].…”

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Burden of Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV Infections Among Adult Citizens in Kandahar City, Afghanistan

Saeed¹

2017

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-Background:Blood borne diseases including viral hepatitis are important public health challenges worldwide. There is a notable dearth of data about Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) and HIV prevalence in Afghanistan. The objective of this study was to estimate the seroprevalence of HBV, HCV, HIV infections among adult populations in Kandahar city, Afghanistan. Methods and Materials:A total of 1165 adult citizens in Kandahar city were included in the study using a cross-sectional design in October-November 2015. Data on demographic, socioeconomic and lifestyle factors were collected using WHO STEP wise approach. Rapid tests were conducted to identify the prevalence of HBV, HCV, and HIV infections. Statistical analysis performed Using SPSS v.20. Results: Of total records, females constituted almost half 597 (51.2%) with overall mean age of 38.3±11.2 years. The prevalence of HBV was 2% (22 out of 1153) for HBsAg on rapid test and 12 subject (1%) were seropositive for anti-HCV on rapid tests. None of subjects had co-infections. None of specimen were positive for HIV infection showed zero prevalence. Proportion of married groups was 79.3%, illiteracy rate was 73.2% and 88.5% of women were at home doing housework (housewives). About one tenth (9.7%) were smokers and 16.3% were snuffers. There was no statistical association of studied factors with HBV and HCV. Conclusion: The study found low prevalence of HBV and HCV in adult citizens in Kandahar city. Public awareness and health education regarding risk factors for viral hepatitis and encouragement for vaccination is recommended. More focus is needed to be given to high risk groups due their vulnerability to diseases.

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Share of afghanistan populace in hepatitis B and hepatitis C infection's pool: is it worthwhile?

Cited by 41 publications

References 27 publications

Descriptive Study of Hepatitis B, C and HIV Infections and Associated Factors among Adult Population in Kabul City, 2015

Descriptive Study of Hepatitis B, C and HIV Infections and Associated Factors among Adult Population in Kabul City, 2015

Hepatitis B and C virus infections among pregnant women in Arab and African countries

Burden of Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV Infections Among Adult Citizens in Kandahar City, Afghanistan

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