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Problems and prevention of viral hepatitis in Thailand

Y Poovorawan1, V Chongsrisawat, P Tangkijvanich

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.

Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet Thangphaet
|September 1, 2001
PubMed

Insights

Viral hepatitis remains a significant public health issue in Thailand. This review covers hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, G, TT, and SEN viruses, focusing on epidemiology, control, and prevention strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Virology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Viral hepatitis poses a major public health challenge in Thailand, leading to chronic liver diseases like cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
  • Hepatitis A outbreaks persist despite declining rates, while Hepatitis D prevalence has decreased among intravenous drug users.
  • Hepatitis E is an uncommon cause of acute hepatitis, and new viruses (G, TT, SEN) require further study for their role in liver disease.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current epidemiology of viral hepatitis in Thailand.
  • To discuss molecular biology and control strategies for viral hepatitis.
  • To highlight recent developments and research findings on hepatitis virus infections.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current epidemiological data on viral hepatitis in Thailand.
  • Analysis of molecular biology and pathogenesis of hepatitis viruses.
  • Assessment of prevention and control strategies, including vaccination and public health interventions.

Main Results:

  • Hepatitis B and C are leading causes of chronic liver disease and HCC.
  • Hepatitis A outbreaks continue, while Hepatitis D prevalence has declined in specific populations.
  • Effective vaccines exist for Hepatitis A and B, but not yet for Hepatitis C.

Conclusions:

  • Viral hepatitis necessitates ongoing public health efforts in Thailand.
  • Vaccination is key for Hepatitis A and B prevention.
  • Further research is needed to understand and control emerging hepatitis viruses and Hepatitis C.

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