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Tattooing and hepatitis B infection.

V J Sebastian1, S Ray, S Bhattacharya

  • 1Department of Medicine, Suri Seri Begawan Hospital, Kuala Belait, Brunei Darussalam.

Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
|July 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Tattooed individuals show a significantly higher prevalence of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) carrier status compared to non-tattooed individuals. This study highlights a potential risk associated with tattooing practices regarding HBV transmission.

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Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection remains a significant global health concern.
  • Tattooing involves skin penetration, raising questions about potential transmission routes for blood-borne pathogens like HBV.
  • Understanding the prevalence of HBV carrier status in specific populations is crucial for targeted prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) positivity in healthy individuals with tattoos.
  • To compare HBV carrier status between tattooed and non-tattooed populations.
  • To identify potential demographic factors influencing HBV prevalence in relation to tattooing.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study involving 200 healthy tattooed volunteers.

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  • A control group of 200 non-tattooed volunteers matched for age, sex, and ethnic group.
  • Screening for HBsAg in all participants to determine HBV carrier status.

    • Main Results:

    • A statistically significant higher prevalence of HBsAg was observed in the tattooed group (19.5%) compared to the non-tattooed group (9%).
    • The difference in prevalence between the two groups was statistically significant (P < 0.01).
    • No significant differences in HBV prevalence were found across various age groups, ethnic groups, or sexes within the studied populations.

    Conclusions:

    • Tattooing is associated with an increased risk of Hepatitis B virus carrier status.
    • The findings suggest that tattooing procedures may serve as a potential route for HBV transmission.
    • Further research into tattooing safety practices and HBV screening is warranted.