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(Pediatrics in Review. 1979;1:164-186.)
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Hepatitis B

In one study patients with acute hepatitis were grouped epidemiologically. Those who admitted parenteral drug use were positive for hepatitis B antigen 54% of the time. In another study, patients with hepatitis B were assessed to attempt to find the source. Sexual or domestic contact was incriminated in 40%. In a clinic for sexually transmitted diseases, a high frequency of hepatitis B positive serology was documented.

Comment: These studies on the epidemiology of hepatitis B demonstrate specific risks in drug abusers and confirm sexual contact as a source as well. Transmission of hepatitis B can be direct or indirect. Direct transmission occurs in household contacts and the risk appears related to the intensity and duration of the contact.






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