Viral hepatitis--a primer: 1. Epidem.iology.
Postgrad Med, 1976/1;59(1):66-74.
PMID: 174067
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Abstract
Hepatitis A is most often transmitted by the fecal-oral route under conditions of crowding, poor hygiene, and prolonged exposure to infected persons. Direct spread of hepatitis B via person-to person contact has only recently been proved. Hepatitis B is usually transmitted indirectly proved. Hepatitis B is usually transmitted indirectly by percutaneous routes, and the increase in drug abuse has brought about a change in its epidemiologic pattern.
MeSH terms
Adolescent; Child; Female; Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B virus; Hepatovirus; Humans; Male; Pregnancy; United States
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