The prevalence of viral hepatitis D in the world

Abstract

Relevance According to many researchers, hepatitis D worsens the prognosis of hepatitis B in 80–90% of cases, accelerating fibrosis and leading to liver cirrhosis or hepatocellular carcinoma. Aims. To present a review of data on prevalence of hepatitis D in the Russian Federation and abroad. Conclusions. Hepatitis D is most common in such regions of the world as: Africa, South America, Middle East, North Asia and in some Mediterranean countries. Conclusions. Injecting drug users play a large role among vulnerable populations. Hepatitis B vaccination limits the spread of hepatitis D.