scholarly journals Seroprevalence of Hepatitis C Virus in HIV/AIDS Patients in Jos, Nigeria

1970 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lohya Nimzing ◽  
Bisayo Busari ◽  
Nimzing G Ladep
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Hepatocellular Carcinoma ◽  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
Liver Diseases ◽  
Hcv Infection ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Chronic Liver Diseases ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

Introduction: Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection is a life threatening infection and is more serious in people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). It leads to liver damage more quickly and may also affect the treatment of HIV infection. This study was aimed at determining the seroprevalence of HCV, possible risk factors for HCV infection and highlighting the importance of HCV screening in PLWHA in Jos, Nigeria. Materials and Methods: One hundred and eighty two blood samples were collected from confirmed HIVpositive patients attending clinics at the Faith Alive Hospital in Jos for the detection of anti-hepatitis C antibodies. An enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), DIALABTM HCV Ab test kit (DIALAB GmbH, Australia) was used for the analysis. Results: Sixty one of the 182 samples tested positive giving a co-infection rate of 33.9%. Old age and low educational levels of the patients were found to be associated with HCV/HIV co-infection (P<0.05). However, the patient's occupation and marital status and the possible risk factors analyzed which included: histories of blood transfusion, sexually transmitted infection (STIs) apart from HIV, surgery, multiple sex partners and injecting drug use were not associated with HCV infection (P>0.05) for the subjects screened. Also, the CD4 cell count ranges of patients and the use of antiretroviral therapy were not associated with HCV infection (P>0.05). Conclusion: The high HCV/HIV co-infection rate observed indicates a possible increase in the development of chronic liver diseases and hepatocellular carcinoma in these patients. Therefore, increasing education on HCV infection and routine screening of HIV patients for anti-HCV antibodies is critical. Key words: Hepatitis C virus, people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), anti-hepatitis C antibodies, chronic liver diseases, hepatocellular carcinoma.      doi: 10.3329/blj.v1i1.2622 Bangladesh Liver Journal Vol.1(1) 2009 p.28-33 

scholarly journals Hepatitis C virus co-infection among people living with HIV/AIDS in a Nigerian Teaching Hospital

2013 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 102-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
V.O. Mabayoje ◽  
M.A. Muhibi ◽  
R.A. Akindele ◽  
C.A. Akinleye ◽  
P.S. Mabayoje ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

scholarly journals Seroprevalence of hepatitis C virus among people living with HIV/AIDS in Latin America and the Caribbean: a systematic review

2016 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatima Mitiko Tengan ◽  
Karim Yakub Ibrahim ◽  
Bianca Peixoto Dantas ◽  
Caroline Manchiero ◽  
Mariana Cavalheiro Magri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Latin America ◽  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
The Caribbean ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) in Tehsil Batkhela District Malakand, KPK, Pakistan

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (06) ◽  
pp. 20251-20256
Author(s):  
Mudassir Khan ◽  
Shahrukh Khan ◽  
Shohra Haider ◽  
Fazal Jalil ◽  
Muhsin Jamal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
Skin Color ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Rapid Test ◽  
Prevalence Ratio ◽  
Hcv Infection ◽  
Hcv Rna ◽  
Common Symptom

Background: Prevalence of Hepatitis C viral infection and its major risk factors has been found out in population of Batkhela, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan by taking number of volunteers from the interested area. HCV prevalence has not been researched in recent time here in this area, so that’s why we contributed. Materials and Methods: Ab rapid test cassette serum/plasma (USA) kit has been used for the mentioned purpose following by ELISA and finally PCR to find out active infection of virus. ICT positive individuals were reconfirmed by ELISA and then ELISA positive samples were carefully investigated by RT-PCR for Hepatitis C Virus. Results: The study population was of 770 volunteers belonging to the mentioned area of research, 453 males and 317 females. The overall prevalence was found to be 5.32% of HCV in Batkhela. This prevalence ratio was 3.12% in males and 2.20 % in females. 3rd generation ELISA was used to refine ICT positive samples which showed that 37 of the ICT positive samples had antibodies detected by ELISA. To find out active HCV infection, ELISA positive samples were refined by real time PCR which showed 2.98% of prevalence of active HCV infection in Batkhela based on HCV RNA in their blood. Principle Conclusion: Overall prevalence was found 5.32%, contaminated reused syringes and blades at Barbour’s shop, blood transfusion, surgical operations and unhygienic food in stalls etc were found significant risk factors for acquiring HCV infection. Body weakness and pale yellow skin color was common symptom in HCV positive volunteers. Safe sexual activities, blood screening before donation and sterilizing surgical equipment’s can protect us from Hepatitis C Virus.

scholarly journals Risk factors for AIDS-defining illnesses among a population of poorly adherent people living with HIV/AIDS in Atlanta, Georgia

AIDS Care ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 27 (7) ◽  
pp. 844-848 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeremy Y. Chow ◽  
Marcella Alsan ◽  
Wendy Armstrong ◽  
Carlos del Rio ◽  
Vincent C. Marconi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

scholarly journals Hepatitis C Virus Prevalence and Risk Factors in a Village in Northeastern Romania—A Population-Based Screening—The First Step to Viral Micro-Elimination

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 651
Author(s):  
Laura Huiban ◽  
Carol Stanciu ◽  
Cristina Maria Muzica ◽  
Tudor Cuciureanu ◽  
Stefan Chiriac ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
Antiviral Treatment ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Hcv Infection ◽  
World Health ◽  
Hcv Rna ◽  
Virus Eradication ◽  
Tertiary Center

(1) Background: The World Health Organization adopted a strategy for the Global Health Sector on Viral Hepatitis in 2016, with the main objective of eliminating hepatitis C virus (HCV) by 2030. In this work, we aimed to evaluate the prevalence of HCV infection and risk factors in a Romanian village using population-based screening as part of the global C virus eradication program. (2) Methods: We conducted a prospective study from March 2019 to February 2020, based on a strategy as part of a project designed to educate, screen, treat and eliminate HCV infection in all adults in a village located in Northeastern Romania. (3) Results: In total, 3507 subjects were invited to be screened by rapid diagnostic orientation tests (RDOT). Overall, 2945 (84%) subjects were tested, out of whom 78 (2.64%) were found to have positive HCV antibodies and were scheduled for further evaluation in a tertiary center of gastroenterology/hepatology in order to be linked to care. In total, 66 (85%) subjects presented for evaluation and 55 (83%) had detectable HCV RNA. Of these, 54 (98%) completed antiviral treatment and 53 (99%) obtained a sustained virological response. (4) Conclusions: The elimination of hepatitis C worldwide has a higher chance of success if micro-elimination strategies based on mass screening are adopted.

Testing for Hepatitis C Virus Infection Among Adults Aged ≥18 in the United States, 2013-2017

2021 ◽  
pp. 003335492110472
Author(s):  
Hope King ◽  
J. E. Soh ◽  
William W. Thompson ◽  
Jessica Rogers Brown ◽  
Karina Rapposelli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Liver Disease ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
The United States ◽  
Hcv Infection ◽  
High School Education ◽  
Related Risk ◽  
Hcv Testing

Objective Approximately 2.4 million people in the United States are living with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. The objective of our study was to describe demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, liver disease–related risk factors, and modifiable health behaviors associated with self-reported testing for HCV infection among adults. Methods Using data on adult respondents aged ≥18 from the 2013-2017 National Health Interview Survey, we summarized descriptive data on sociodemographic characteristics and liver disease–related risk factors and stratified data by educational attainment. We used weighted logistic regression to examine predictors of HCV testing. Results During the study period, 11.7% (95% CI, 11.5%-12.0%) of adults reported ever being tested for HCV infection. Testing was higher in 2017 than in 2013 (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 1.27; 95% CI, 1.18-1.36). Adults with ≥some college were significantly more likely to report being tested (aOR = 1.60; 95% CI, 1.52-1.69) than adults with ≤high school education. Among adults with ≤high school education (but not adults with ≥some college), those who did not have health insurance were less likely than those with private health insurance (aOR = 0.78; 95% CI, 0.68-0.89) to get tested, and non–US-born adults were less likely than US-born adults to get tested (aOR = 0.77; 95% CI, 0.68-0.87). Conclusions Rates of self-reported HCV testing increased from 2013 to 2017, but testing rates remained low. Demographic characteristics, health behaviors, and liver disease–related risk factors may affect HCV testing rates among adults. HCV testing must increase to achieve hepatitis C elimination targets.

scholarly journals Epidemiology of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Related Hepatocellular Carcinoma

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 26-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arnolfo Petruzziello
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Hepatocellular Carcinoma ◽  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
Hepatitis B Virus ◽  
Hepatitis B ◽  
Hbv Infection ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Liver Cancers ◽  
B Virus

Introduction:Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is one of the most prevalent primary malignant tumors and accounts for about 90% of all primary liver cancers. Its distribution varies greatly according to geographic location and it is more common in middle and low- income countries than in developed ones especially in Eastern Asia and Sub Saharan Africa (70% of all new HCCs worldwide), with incidence rates of over 20 per 100,000 individuals.Explanation:The most important risk factors for HCC are Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) infection, Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection, excessive consumption of alcohol and exposition to aflatoxin B1. Its geographic variability and heterogeneity have been widely associated with the different distribution of HBV and HCV infections worldwide.Chronic HBV infection is one of the leading risk factors for HCC globally accounting for at least 50% cases of primary liver tumors worldwide. Generally, while HBV is the main causative agent in the high incidence HCC areas, HCV is the major etiological factor in low incidence HCC areas, like Western Europe and North America.Conclusion:HBV-induced HCC is a complex, stepwise process that includes integration of HBV DNA into host DNA at multiple or single sites. On the contrary, the cancerogenesis mechanism of HCV is not completely known and it still remains controversial as to whether HCV itself plays a direct role in the development of tumorigenic progression.

Mechanisms of Liver Injury. III. Oxidative stress in the pathogenesis of hepatitis C virus

2006 ◽  
Vol 290 (5) ◽  
pp. G847-G851 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jinah Choi ◽  
J.-H. James Ou
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Hepatocellular Carcinoma ◽  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
Liver Injury ◽  
Iron Overload ◽  
Antioxidant Defense ◽  
Hcv Infection ◽  
Nitrogen Species ◽  
Systemic Oxidative Stress

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major cause of viral hepatitis that can progress to hepatic fibrosis, steatosis, hepatocellular carcinoma, and liver failure. HCV infection is characterized by a systemic oxidative stress that is most likely caused by a combination of chronic inflammation, iron overload, liver damage, and proteins encoded by HCV. The increased generation of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species, together with the decreased antioxidant defense, promotes the development and progression of hepatic and extrahepatic complications of HCV infection. This review discusses the possible mechanisms of HCV-induced oxidative stress and its role in HCV pathogenesis.

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