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[Hepatitis C viruses infection situation in the human population of six provinces in China]

Jian Lu1, Yu-qing Jiang, Hong-lan Zhao

  • 1National Institute for Viral Disease Control and Prevention, China CDC, Beijing 100052, China.

Zhonghua Shi Yan He Lin Chuang Bing Du Xue Za Zhi = Zhonghua Shiyan He Linchuang Bingduxue Zazhi = Chinese Journal of Experimental and Clinical Virology
|June 28, 2012
PubMed

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Hepatitis C virus (HCV) seroprevalence in China ranged from 0.1% to 0.74%, with higher rates observed in individuals over 50 years old. Co-infections with Hepatitis A, E, and B viruses were also noted.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection poses a significant global health challenge.
  • Understanding regional seroprevalence is crucial for targeted public health interventions.
  • China, with its large population, requires detailed epidemiological data on viral hepatitis.

Purpose:

  • To determine the seroprevalence of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection across six diverse regions in China.
  • To analyze the demographic distribution of HCV infection, including age and sex.
  • To investigate the co-occurrence of HCV with other viral hepatitis infections (HAV, HEV, HBV).

Summary:

  • A total of 9,538 serum samples were analyzed using ELISA between 2006-2008.
  • The overall anti-HCV IgG positive rate was 0.39%, varying from 0.1% in Ningxia to 0.74% in Heilongjiang.
  • HCV infection was most prevalent in the population aged 50 and above (32.43%), and co-infections with Hepatitis A virus (HAV) were common (94.59%).

Impact:

  • Provides essential data for the Chinese Ministry of Health to strategize HCV control programs.
  • Highlights the importance of age-specific screening and prevention efforts for HCV.
  • Informs clinical practice regarding the management of patients with co-existing viral hepatitis infections.
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