Acute hepatitis C virus infection assessment among chronic hemodialysis patients in the Southwest Parana State, Brazil

• Main Authors: Ono-Nita Suzane K (Author), Pinho João RR (Author), Mello Isabel MVGC (Author), Gomes Michele MS (Author), Malta Fernanda M (Author), Engel Maricea (Author), Carrilho Flair J (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2007-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Chronic hemodialysis patients are at higher risk for acquiring hepatitis C virus (HCV). The prevalence varies among different countries and hemodialysis centers. Although guidelines for a comprehensive infection control program exist...