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[An attempt to estimate epidemiologic prevalence of HBs associated antigen among hospitalized children]
W Pawełek1, J Szaflarski, A Chrobot
1Katedra i Klinika Gastroenterologii i Chorób Dzieci Akademii Medycznej im. L. Rydygiera w Bydgoszczy.
Insights
Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) was more common in children with chronic illnesses or frequent hospitalizations. These children represent a significant risk group for HBsAg infection.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
Context:
- Analysis of medical records from 1989-1992 at the Medical Academy of Bydgoszcz.
- Focus on pediatric patients treated in Gastroenterology and Pediatrics departments.
- Investigated the prevalence of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) in hospitalized children.
Purpose:
- To identify risk factors associated with frequent HBsAg occurrence in hospitalized children.
- To analyze the medical documentation of children diagnosed with HBsAg.
- To determine if chronic illness or frequent hospitalizations correlate with HBsAg presence.
Summary:
- 39 children with HBsAg were identified between 1989-1992.
- 80% of HBsAg-positive children had a history of two or more hospitalizations.
- Children with chronic illnesses or frequent hospital admissions were identified as a high-risk group for HBsAg.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of screening for HBsAg in frequently hospitalized children.
- Informs clinical practice regarding risk assessment for hepatitis B in pediatric populations.
- Provides data for public health strategies targeting hepatitis B prevention in vulnerable child groups.
Abstract:
We have observed the problem of the more frequent occurrence of the hepatitis-associated antigen (HBsAg) among multiple hospitalized children and we have analysed the medical documentation of children who were treated in the Department of Gastroenterology and Pediatrics of the Medical Academy of Bydgoszcz in 1989-1992 years. In this period of time we have recorded 39 children with HBsAg. In 80% (31 patients) there are children, who were hospitalized two or more times. We have proved, that in the group of children with HBsAg, children with chronic illness or frequently hospitalized were the risk group.
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